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Hello, This may be of interest to Telecom-Cities readers. I am pleased to announce that my new book, Cities and the Technology Economy, has been released by M.E. Sharpe as part of their Cities and Contemporary Society series. Here are some details for the book: Darrene L. Hackler. 2006. Cities and the Technology Economy. Armonk, New York & London: ME Sharpe. http://www.mesharpe.com/mall/resultsa.asp?Title=Cities+in+the+Technology+Economy <>Recognizing the pivotal role that local governments play in the high‑tech economy, this book examines the effect of technology industries and infrastructures on cities and the local policy actions required for effective response to these challenges. Filled with fresh information and practical advice, Cities in the Technology Economy provides a thorough coverage of the technology economy with respect to cities and economic development, focusing on the attraction of technology industries and investment in technology infrastructure. The author utilizes a triangulation of approaches—national level data, nationwide survey of local officials, and case studies—to examine what cities are doing in the technology economy, describe the barriers to participation in the technology economy, and detail entrepreneurial actions of local governments to traverse these hurdles. All of the research points to the need for a strong local role enabling local policy action and activities to shape a technology economy response. Best, Darrene -- Dr. Darrene Hackler Associate Professor Dept. of Public & International Affairs George Mason University MSN 3F4 Fairfax, VA 22030 Ph: 703-993-1418 Fax: 703-993-1399 E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ TELECOM-CITIES
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