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Times Square Roulette: Remaking The City Icon (Mit Press)
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The Compelling Story Of The Politics, Policies, And Personalities That Made Times Square'S Revitalization Possible.The Spectacularly Successful Transformation Of Times Square Has Become A Model For Other Cities. From Its Beginning As Longacre Square, Times Square'S Commercialism, Signage, Cultural Diversity, And Social Tolerance Have Been Deeply Embedded In New York City'S Psyche. Its Symbolic Role Guaranteed That Any Plan For Its Renewal Would Push The Hot Buttons Of Public Controversy: Free Speech, Propertytaking Through Eminent Domain, Development Density, Tax Subsidy, And Historic Preservation.In Times Square Roulette, Lynne Sagalyn Debunks The Myth Of An Overnight Urban Miracle Performed By Disney And Mayor Giuliani, To Tell The Far More Complex And Commanding Tale Of A Twentyyear Process Of Public Controversy, Nonstop Litigation, And Interminable Delay. She Tells How The Troubled Execution Of The Original Redevelopment Plan Provided A Rare Opportunity To Rescript It. And Timing Was All: The Mid1990S Saw Rising International Corporate Interest In The City Was A Mecca For Massmarket Entertainment And Synergistic Merchandising. Sagalyn Details The Complex Relationship Between Planning And Politics And The Role Of Market Forces In Shaping Times Square'S Redevelopment Opportunities. She Shows How Policy Was Wedded To Deal Making And How Persistent Individuals And Groups Forged Both.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Times Square Roulette: Remaking the City Icon'? A: The main theme of the book is the intricate politics, policies, and personalities involved in the revitalization of Times Square, showcasing how its transformation has become a model for urban redevelopment.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Times Square Roulette' is Lynne Sagalyn, who provides an in-depth analysis of the redevelopment process of Times Square.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 638 pages, offering extensive insights into the redevelopment of Times Square.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on August 29, 2003.
- Q: Is 'Times Square Roulette' available in different formats? A: This edition is available in paperback format.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under Urban & Land Use Planning.
- Q: What type of condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: What key issues does the book address in relation to Times Square's redevelopment? A: The book addresses key issues such as free speech, eminent domain, development density, tax subsidies, and historic preservation in the context of Times Square's redevelopment.
- Q: Can this book be useful for urban planning students? A: Yes, this book is a valuable resource for urban planning students as it explores the complex relationship between planning, policy, and market forces in urban redevelopment.
- Q: Does the book provide real-life examples of urban redevelopment? A: Yes, 'Times Square Roulette' provides detailed real-life examples and case studies of the redevelopment process in Times Square, illustrating the challenges and successes involved.