Making Markets Making Place

Discover the intricate dynamics of place and place-making in Benjamin Coles' insightful book, Making Markets Making Place, published by Springer Nature Switzerland AG in 2022. This compelling 160-page paperback delves into the rich tapestry of London’s Borough Market, utilizing the concept of topo/graphy, or 'place-writing,' to explore how various material, social-sensual, and discursive relations converge to define Borough Market as a unique place, market, and marketplace. Coles’ analysis offers a fresh perspective on the significance of spatial interactions and community engagement in urban settings. Ideal for scholars, urban planners, and anyone interested in the complexities of market spaces, this book is a must-read for those looking to understand the essence of place-making in contemporary society.