Voices of Decline

The Postwar Fate of US Cities

Autori

• Robert A Beauregard

Parametri

• 320 pagine
• 12 ore di lettura

• Geografia & Topografia
• Mappe e viaggi

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Focusing on post-World War II America, this book examines how public commentators influenced the discourse surrounding urban decline and prosperity in U.S. cities. It highlights the ambivalence Americans feel towards their cities, illustrating how these sentiments shaped decisions made by households, investors, and governments. By crossing disciplinary boundaries, the revised edition enriches the historical context, showcasing how public debates contributed to the evolving urban landscape of the nation.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2002

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