Urban sociology, as a subfield of sociology, examines the interplay between social structures, institutions, and urban environments. Among the seminal figures in this field is Louis Wirth, a prominent member of the Chicago School of Sociology. His groundbreaking essay, "Urbanism as a Way of Life" (1938) , laid the foundation for understanding urbanization as a distinct sociocultural phenomenon. Wirth's perspective offers a systematic framework to analyze the effects of urban environments on social behavior, relationships, and structures. Wirth’s Urban Sociology Louis Wirth (1897–1952) was a German-born sociologist who emigrated to the United States and became a key figure at the University of Chicago. The Chicago School was renowned for its ecological approach to sociology, emphasizing empirical research and fieldwork. This intellectual environment greatly influenced Wirth’s work. In the early 20th century, rapid urbanization and industrialization transformed the...