The Heart of the City
- 264 pages
- 10 hours of reading
A well-known expert on cities brings an inside perspective to the future of American downtowns.
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Alexander Garvin is a distinguished urban planner and educator whose work bridges urban planning, real estate, and public service. His writings delve into the complex issues of urban life, proposing innovative solutions. Garvin's approach is grounded in a deep understanding of the dynamics of the urban environment and its impact on community. His texts offer valuable insights for anyone interested in the future of our cities.
- 2019
- 2013
The Planning Game: Lessons from Great Cities
- 223 pages
- 8 hours of reading
The Planning Game: Lessons from Great Cities offers a comprehensive overview of urban planning, emphasizing public investments in community spaces like streets and parks. Illustrated with 200 visuals, it explores transformative planning through the examples of Paris, New York, Chicago, and Philadelphia, making it essential for planners and community leaders.
- 2002
The American City
- 560 pages
- 20 hours of reading
This comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to urban planning and design in America analyzes key projects initiated in 250 U.S. urban areas and details which strategies and programs were successful and which failed. New to the Second * New sections on stadiums, entertainment centers, business improvement districts, tax credit housing* Checklists and tables for field use* A review of recent failures and successes This classic reference, fully revised for the new millennium, provides proven strategies for professionals and invaluable real-world insights for students.
