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Urbanization and city growth: The role of institutions

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  • Henderson, J. Vernon & Wang, Hyoung Gun, 2007. "Urbanization and city growth: The role of institutions," Regional Science and Urban Economics, Elsevier, vol. 37(3), pages 283-313, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:regeco:v:37:y:2007:i:3:p:283-313
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