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Americans Against the City: AntiUrbanism in the Twentieth Century,Used
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It is a paradox of American life that we are a highly urbanized nation filled with people deeply ambivalent about urban life. An aversion to urban density and all that it contributes to urban life, and a perception that the city was the place where 'big government' first took root in America fostered what historian Steven Conn terms the 'antiurban impulse.' In response, antiurbanists called for the decentralization of the city, and rejected the role of government in American life in favor of a return to the pioneer virtues of independence and selfsufficiency.In this provocative and sweeping book, Conn explores the antiurban impulse across the 20th century, examining how the ideas born of it have shaped both the places in which Americans live and work, and the antigovernment politics so strong today. Beginning in the booming industrial cities of the Progressive era at the turn of the 20th century, where debate surrounding these questions first arose, Conn examines the progression of antiurban movements. : He describes the decentralist movement of the 1930s, the attempt to revive the American small town in the midcentury, the antiurban basis of urban renewal in the 1950s and '60s, and the Nixon administration's program of building new towns as a response to the urban crisis, illustrating how, by the middle of the 20th century, antiurbanism was at the center of the politics of the New Right. Concluding with an exploration of the New Urbanist experiments at the turn of the 21st century, Conn demonstrates the full breadth of the antiurban impulse, from its inception to the present day. Engagingly written, thoroughly researched, and forcefully argued, Americans Against the City is important reading for anyone who cares not just about the history of our cities, but about their future as well.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Americans Against the City'? A: 'Americans Against the City' explores the anti-urban impulse in American life, examining how this sentiment has influenced urban development and political thought throughout the 20th century.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Americans Against the City'? A: The author of 'Americans Against the City' is Steven Conn, a historian who delves into the complexities of urban life and anti-urbanism.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers a range of topics, including the decentralization movements, the role of government in urban life, and the evolution of anti-urban politics from the Progressive era to contemporary times.
- Q: When was 'Americans Against the City' published? A: 'Americans Against the City' was published on November 1, 2016.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: 'Americans Against the City' has a total of 394 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'Americans Against the City' a new or used book? A: 'Americans Against the City' is categorized as a new book.
- Q: What is the edition of this book? A: This book is a reprint edition.
- Q: What kind of audience is this book intended for? A: 'Americans Against the City' is intended for readers interested in urban history, social movements, and the political landscape of the 20th century.
- Q: Does the book include any historical analysis? A: Yes, the book includes a thorough historical analysis of the anti-urban sentiment and its implications for American society and politics.