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The Option of Urbanism: Investing in a New American Dream,Used
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Americans are voting with their feet to abandon strip malls and suburban sprawl, embracing instead a new type of community where they can live, work, shop, and play within easy walking distance. In The Option of Urbanism visionary developer and strategist Christopher B. Leinberger explains why government policies have tilted the playing field toward one form of development over the last sixty years: the drivable suburb. Rooted in the driving forces of the economycar manufacturing and the oil industrythis type of growth has fostered the decline of community, contributed to urban decay, increased greenhouse gas emissions, and contributed to the rise in obesity and asthma.Highlighting both the challenges and the opportunities for this type of development, The Option of Urbanism shows how the American Dream is shifting to include cities as well as suburbs and how the financial and real estate communities need to respond to build communities that are more environmentally, socially, and financially sustainable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Option of Urbanism'? A: 'The Option of Urbanism' discusses the shift in American communities from drivable suburbs to walkable urban areas, highlighting the impact of government policies on development.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Option of Urbanism' is Christopher B. Leinberger, a visionary developer and strategist.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: The book is a used paperback in good condition, featuring 232 pages and an illustrated edition.
- Q: When was 'The Option of Urbanism' published? A: 'The Option of Urbanism' was published on July 6, 2009.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New' and in good condition.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'The Option of Urbanism' falls under the category of Criticism.
- Q: What is the significance of the book's insights? A: The book provides insights into the challenges and opportunities of urban development, advocating for more sustainable community designs.
- Q: Is there a focus on environmental issues in the book? A: Yes, the book discusses how suburban sprawl contributes to urban decay and environmental issues such as greenhouse gas emissions.
- Q: What audience is this book intended for? A: 'The Option of Urbanism' is intended for urban planners, developers, policymakers, and anyone interested in sustainable community development.
- Q: Does the book address health impacts related to urban development? A: Yes, it highlights how certain forms of development can contribute to obesity and asthma, emphasizing the need for healthier community designs.