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Exploring the dual nature of urban life, the book delves into the city's promise and dread, highlighting its capacity to be both alienating and exhilarating. It emphasizes that the formation of cities stems from human decisions rather than impersonal forces, suggesting that the future of urban living hinges on the choices we make. The narrative invites readers to reflect on their role in shaping the urban experience, underscoring the impact of individual and collective decisions on the quality of city life.
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The Seduction of Place, Joseph Rykwert
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- Released
- 2002
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- Title
- The Seduction of Place
- Subtitle
- The History and Future of Cities
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Joseph Rykwert
- Publisher
- Random House Children's Books
- Released
- 2002
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 336
- ISBN13
- 9780375700446
- Description
- Exploring the dual nature of urban life, the book delves into the city's promise and dread, highlighting its capacity to be both alienating and exhilarating. It emphasizes that the formation of cities stems from human decisions rather than impersonal forces, suggesting that the future of urban living hinges on the choices we make. The narrative invites readers to reflect on their role in shaping the urban experience, underscoring the impact of individual and collective decisions on the quality of city life.