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The Walkable City: From Haussmann's Boulevards to Jane Jacobs' Streets and Beyond (Urban Studies),Used
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Through Paris, New York City, Toronto, North Vancouver, and Singapore, this examination depicts how the architectural evolutions of major cities have changed the lives of their ordinary citizensin both positive and negative ways. According to this account, making a metropolis navigable by foot again is crucial, and it suggests how people can reorganize their personal lives in order to make this possible again. From Baron George Eugene Haussmann and his ruthless transformation of Paris to the redevelopment of North America to adapt to automobiles, this chronicle investigates the dramatic changes that have occurred in the past 200 years, providing a valuable critique of the ideas regarding how cities should be designed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Walkable City'? A: 'The Walkable City' explores how the design and architectural evolution of major cities impact the daily lives of their citizens, emphasizing the importance of making cities navigable by foot.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Walkable City' is Mary Soderstrom.
- Q: What cities are discussed in this book? A: The book examines cities including Paris, New York City, Toronto, North Vancouver, and Singapore.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition, specifically categorized as 'Very Good'.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Walkable City' have? A: 'The Walkable City' has a total of 240 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Walkable City' published? A: 'The Walkable City' was published on April 1, 2009.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'The Walkable City' is categorized under Criticism.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers topics related to urban design, the history of city planning, and the impact of architectural changes on community life.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of the book? A: There is no specific edition mentioned for 'The Walkable City'.