City, State

In "City, State," renowned author Ran Hirschl explores the profound transformation of urban life as more than half of the world's population now resides in cities, a figure projected to rise to over three-quarters by 2050. This compelling book, published in 2020, delves into the emergence of megacities, some with populations soaring to 50 million or even 100 million, primarily in the Global South. Hirschl argues that this monumental shift reshapes not only the spatial organization of society but also its geopolitical landscape. Yet, he highlights a critical gap: our constitutional institutions and collective imagination have struggled to adapt to this new urban reality. Spanning 272 pages, "City, State" offers an insightful examination of the challenges and opportunities posed by our rapidly urbanizing world, making it essential reading for anyone interested in law, public administration, and the future of cities.