绅士化再审视：缘起、争议与类型体系构建

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Abstract With the global geographical expansion of the phenomenon of gentrification, the generalization of the concept of gentrification and the controversial evolution of its connotation across diverse contexts have posed significant challenges to urban policies, necessitating systematic theoretical integration. Based on relevant theoretical discussions and empirical studies on gentrification both domestically and internationally, this study carefully traces the origins of gentrification research and the phenomena, and reveals the internal logic of its evolution from "classic gentrification" to diversified types through an analysis of formation mechanisms, complex effects, and derivation directions. Furthermore, it constructs a dynamic and open classification system for comparative research across six dimensions: geographic locations, renewal modes, spatial functions, key resources, driving actors, and gentrifier groups. This study shows that the controversies surrounding gentrification stem from heterogeneous regional development contexts; the proposed typological framework not only reveals the unique characteristics of the phenomena in different regions, but also emphasizes transcending localized narratives to uncover universal mechanisms.

Key words： gentrification classification system controversial evolution comparative study urban renewal

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LIU Feng-bao,CAO Xiao-jin,GUO Yi-de等. RETHINKING GENTRIFICATION: ORIGINS, CONTROVERSIES AND THE CONSTRUCTION OF CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM[J]. HUMAN GEOGRAPHY, 2025, 40(4): 13-23.

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