ebooks Movie Roadshows: A History and Filmography of Reserved-Seat Limited Showings; 1911ndash;1973 by Kim R. Holston in Arts-Photography

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In My Kind of Transit; Darrin Nordahl argues that like life itself; transportation isnt only about the destination; but the journey. Public transit reduces traffic and pollution; yet few of us are willing to get out of our cars and onto subways and buses. But Nordahl demonstrates that when using public transit is an enjoyable experience; tourists and commuters alike willingly hand in their keys.The trick is creating a system that isnt simply a poor imitation of the automobile; but offers its own pleasures and comforts. While a railway or bus will never achieve the quiet solitude of a personal car; it can provide; much like a well-designed public park; an inviting; communal space.My Kind of Transit is an animated tour of successful transportation systems; offering smart; commonsense analysis of what makes transit fun. Nordahl draws on examples like the iconic street cars of New Orleans and the picturesque cable cars in San Francisco; illustrating that the best transit systems are uniquely tailored to their individual cities. He also describes universal principles of good transit design. Nordahls humanistic treatment will help planners; designers; transportation professionals; and policymakers create transit systems the public actually wants to ride. And it will introduce all readers to delightful ways of getting from point A to point B.