The Image of the City (HarvardMIT Joint Center for Urban Studies Series),New

The Image of the City (HarvardMIT Joint Center for Urban Studies Series),New

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The classic work on the evaluation of city form.What does the city's form actually mean to the people who live there? What can the city planner do to make the city's image more vivid and memorable to the city dweller? To answer these questions, Mr. Lynch, supported by studies of Los Angeles, Boston, and Jersey City, formulates a new criterionimageabilityand shows its potential value as a guide for the building and rebuilding of cities. The wide scope of this study leads to an original and vital method for the evaluation of city form. The architect, the planner, and certainly the city dweller will all want to read this book.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: What is the main theme of 'The Image of the City'? A: The main theme of 'The Image of the City' is the evaluation of city form and its impact on the experiences of residents. The author, Kevin Lynch, introduces the concept of 'imageability,' which refers to how easily a city's layout can be recognized and remembered by its inhabitants.
  • Q: Who is the author of 'The Image of the City'? A: The author of 'The Image of the City' is Kevin Lynch, who was a prominent urban planner and educator.
  • Q: When was 'The Image of the City' published? A: 'The Image of the City' was originally published on June 15, 1960.
  • Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in a paperback binding.
  • Q: How many pages are in 'The Image of the City'? A: 'The Image of the City' contains a total of 208 pages.
  • Q: Is 'The Image of the City' suitable for city planners? A: 'The Image of the City' is highly suitable for city planners, architects, and anyone interested in urban design, as it provides insights into how city form affects residents' perceptions.
  • Q: What is the significance of the term 'imageability' in the book? A: The term 'imageability' is significant as it represents a new criterion for evaluating urban environments, aiming to enhance the visual and emotional experience of city dwellers.
  • Q: Are there any specific cities studied in this book? A: Yes, the book includes studies of several cities, including Los Angeles, Boston, and Jersey City, to illustrate its concepts.
  • Q: What edition of 'The Image of the City' is available? A: The available edition of 'The Image of the City' is an illustrated edition.
  • Q: What can readers expect to learn from 'The Image of the City'? A: Readers can expect to learn about the relationship between city form and human experience, as well as practical insights for improving urban design and planning.