Building Suburbia - Green Fields and Urban Growth, 1820-2000 (Paperback)

A lively history of the contested landscapes where the majority of Americans now live, "Building Suburbia "chronicles two centuries in the birth and development of America's metropolitan regions.
From rustic cottages reached by steamboat to big box stores at the exit ramps of eight-lane highways, Dolores Hayden defines seven eras of suburban development since 1820. An urban historian and architect, she portrays housewives and politicians as well as designers and builders making the decisions that have generated America's diverse suburbs. Residents have sought home, nature, and community in suburbia. Developers have cherished different dreams, seeking profit from economies of scale and increased suburban densities, while lobbying local and federal government to reduce the risk of real estate speculation. Encompassing environmental controversies as well as the complexities of race, gender, and class, Hayden's fascinating account will forever alter how we think about the communities we build and inhabit.

General

Imprint:	Vintage Books
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	November 2004
First published:	November 2004
Authors:	Dolores Hayden
Dimensions:	203 x 131 x 18mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	336
ISBN-13:	978-0-375-72721-4
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > History of art / art & design styles > General Books > Arts & Architecture > Architecture > Landscape art & architecture > City & town planning - architectural aspects Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social groups & communities > Urban communities Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Central government > Central government policies Books > Earth & environment > Regional & area planning > Urban & municipal planning > General
LSN:	0-375-72721-3
Barcode:	9780375727214

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