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Focusing on architecture and urban planning, the book explores how Berlin, Tokyo, and Seoul evolved as capitals influenced by idealized memories of classical Athens. It delves into the transnational transformations each city experienced, highlighting the interplay between historical perception and contemporary design. Through this lens, the author reveals how these cities reflect broader cultural narratives and aspirations, offering insights into their unique urban landscapes.
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Imaginary Athens, Jin-Sung Chun
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- Released
- 2020
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- Title
- Imaginary Athens
- Subtitle
- Urban Space and Memory in Berlin, Tokyo, and Seoul
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jin-Sung Chun
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis
- Released
- 2020
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 384
- ISBN13
- 9780367639921
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Social Sciences, History, Maps & Travel, Business, Business & Management, Geography & Topography
- Description
- Focusing on architecture and urban planning, the book explores how Berlin, Tokyo, and Seoul evolved as capitals influenced by idealized memories of classical Athens. It delves into the transnational transformations each city experienced, highlighting the interplay between historical perception and contemporary design. Through this lens, the author reveals how these cities reflect broader cultural narratives and aspirations, offering insights into their unique urban landscapes.