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Public transportation is in crisis. Through an assessment of the history of automobility in North America, the 'three revolutions' in automotive transportation, as well as the current work of committed people advocating for a different way forward, James Wilt imagines what public transit should look like in order to be green and equitable. Wilt considers environment and climate change, economic and racial inequality, urban density, accessibility and safety, work and labour unions, privacy and control of personal data, as well as the importance of public and democratic decisionmaking.Based on interviews wity more than forty experts, including community activists, academics, transit planners, authors, and journalists, Do Androids Dream of Electric Cars? explores our ability to exert power over how cities are built and for whom.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Do Androids Dream of Electric Cars?' A: The book explores the current crisis in public transportation, examining the history of automobility and advocating for a sustainable and equitable public transit system.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author is James Wilt, who draws on interviews with over forty experts in the field of public transportation and urban planning.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 300 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Do Androids Dream of Electric Cars?' published? A: The book was published on May 15, 2020.
- Q: What topics does the book cover? A: It covers topics such as climate change, economic inequality, urban density, accessibility, privacy, and democratic decision-making in relation to public transit.
- Q: Is there a specific audience for this book? A: The book is geared towards individuals interested in urban planning, public policy, and environmental issues, as well as advocates for public transit.
- Q: Does the book include expert opinions? A: Yes, it includes insights from interviews with community activists, academics, transit planners, and journalists.
- Q: What is the significance of public transit according to the book? A: The book argues that public transit is essential for building sustainable, equitable cities and addressing broader social issues.
- Q: Can this book help me understand the future of public transportation? A: Yes, it provides a comprehensive analysis of current challenges and envisions a future for public transit that is green and equitable.