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The Death and Life of Great American Cities
The Death and Life of Great American Cities
Author: Jane Jacobs
ISBN-13: 9780679741954
ISBN-10: 067974195X
Publication Date: 12/1/1992
Pages: 480
Rating:
  • Currently 3.6/5 Stars.
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3.6 stars, based on 12 ratings
Publisher: Vintage
Book Type: Paperback
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reviewed The Death and Life of Great American Cities on + 9 more book reviews
A well-argued and compelling argument for making cities liveable. A timeless classic.
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I loved this book. It introduced me to a whole new way of thinking about city planning.
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A seminal work of urban theory that is wonderfully written and wonderfully provocative of thought. One of the treasures of American thought.