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The City Assembled: The Elements Of Urban Form Through History-used
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The City Assembled Is The Companion Volume To Sprio Kostof'S The City Shaped(Reissued In Paperback By Bulfinch, Spring 1999) And Continues Kostof'S Unique Study Of Urban Landscape And Process. Moving From The Historical And Cultural Overviews Of The City In The First Book, Kostof Descends Into The Streets, Sidewalks, Squares, Markets, And Waterfronts Of The City And Presents A Detailed Urban Anatomy. The Book Is Organized Thematically Around The Structural Phenomena Of The Citythe City Edge, Street, Public Space, The Marketplace, And The Realities Of Cultural And Ecomomic Segregationand Explores The Customs, Practicalities, And Biases Behind The Elements Of The City. In Every Instance, Professor Kostof Follows A Farranging Story Up To The Present To Illustrate How Fresh The Discussion Remains Today. In The Past, The Various Elements Of A City Evolved In Response To A Variety Of Pressures. Today, They Are Usually The Result Of Planning Decisions. In A Final Chapter, Kostof Considers 'Urban Process' 'The Effect On Cities Of Natural Disasters, Wars, And Comprehensive Redevelopment' Compared With Incremental Growth And Change. His Book Is Thus An Exercise In Architectural And Social History, A Case Study For The Present, And A Pointer For The Future.The Story Is Also Told In Over Three Hundred Drawings, Prints, Paintings, And Photographs That Illustrate Not Only Typical Elements Of A City, Such As A Colonnaded Street Of Ancient Palmyra, But Also Specific Uses Of Particular Elements, Such As Prague'S Wenceslas Square. The City Assembled Is A Fascinating Account Of The Urban Experience, Writte, Like The City Shaped, For General Readers And Professionals Alike.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The City Assembled'? A: 'The City Assembled' focuses on the structural phenomena of urban spaces, providing a detailed examination of elements like streets, public spaces, and marketplaces throughout history.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of 'The City Assembled' is Spiro Kostof, a noted historian of architecture and urban design.
- Q: How many pages does 'The City Assembled' have? A: 'The City Assembled' contains 352 pages, offering a comprehensive exploration of urban form.
- Q: What type of illustrations can be found in the book? A: The book includes over three hundred illustrations, including drawings, prints, paintings, and photographs that depict various urban elements.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book being offered? A: The used book is listed as being in 'Good' condition, indicating it has been previously owned but is still in satisfactory shape.
- Q: In what format is 'The City Assembled' available? A: 'The City Assembled' is available in paperback format, making it a lightweight and flexible option for readers.
- Q: When was 'The City Assembled' first published? A: 'The City Assembled' was first published on January 1, 1992.
- Q: What themes does 'The City Assembled' explore? A: 'The City Assembled' explores themes such as urban landscape, cultural and economic segregation, and the impact of historical events on city development.
- Q: Is 'The City Assembled' suitable for general readers? A: Yes, 'The City Assembled' is written for both general readers and professionals in the field of urban studies.
- Q: What edition of the book is being sold? A: The book being sold is the 'First Edition' of 'The City Assembled'.