The Commodification Gap

[b]THE COMMODIFICATION GAP[/b] ‘In an elegant and careful theoretical analysis, this book demonstrates how gentrification is always entwined with institutions and distinctive contextual processes. Matthias Bernt develops a new concept, the “commodification gap”, which is tested in three richly researched cases. With this, the concept of gentrification becomes a multiplicity and the possibility of conversations across different urban contexts is expanded. A richly rewarding read!’ [b]—Jennifer Robinson, Professor of Human Geography, University College London, UK[/b] ‘Urban studies has reached a stalemate of universalism versus particularism. Matthias Bernt is breaking out …