A plea for a renewed commitment to authentic urbanism and an invitation to learn from history as our cities enter a future of unprecedented change. - Alex Steffen; author of Carbon Zero: Imagining Cities that Can Save the Planet"This is a must read for those who want to understand in words and pictures what stands behind great cities. Were proud to see a Seattle native son helping to show the way." - Mike McGinn; former Mayor of Seattle; founding Executive Director; Seattle Great City This beautifully illustrated short e-book explores the idea that to create vibrant; sustainable cities; we must first understand what happens naturally when people congregate in cities - innate; unprompted interactions of urban dwellers with each other and their surrounding environment. Good places are rooted in acknowledgement of a citys history and the everyday uses of urban space. Wolfe argues that city dwellers invariably celebrate environments where and when they can coexist safely; in a mutually supportive way and believes such celebration is most interesting when it occurs spontaneously - seemingly without effort. He contends it is critical to first isolate these spontaneous and latent examples of successful urban land use; before applying any prescriptive government policies or initiatives. Wolfe provides something rare in contemporary urbanist writing - rich illustrations and examples from real life - both historical and current. His writing about the past and the future of urban form offers readers inspiration; historical context; and a better understanding of how a sustainable; inviting urban environment is created.
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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful. ComprehensiveBy JenniferJosh Groban fans rejoice! This book contains the actual sheet music for the song "Awake;" not just the right hand notes. Those disappointed by this songs exclusion from the actual Awake song booklet should be pleased by this one.As for the book as a whole; the difficulty level is approximately the same as that of the other Josh Groban songbooks; and the songs do tend to be somewhat different than the other versions released. However; the piano parts are clearly are meant to be used as accompaniments to a singer and not necessarily played by themselves; so those who play more by ear may find them more difficult. If you already have all his other songbooks; its not necessarily worth it to buy this one just for its few new songs; especially if you like the piano versions by themselves. However; those without a Josh Groban songbook should seriously consider buying this one; as it has most of his more popular works.7 of 7 people found the following review helpful. Great selection of Josh Groban songsBy Long Distance ShopperWhat more to say? A lot of music books have some weird; different version than the original. This one is the actual notes and lyrics that you like and love.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Book was supposed to be new looked slightly usedBy Onyx joyIm very happy with the music although at this point in time it is too advanced for me which I knew when I ordered it. I bought it for motivation; a goal to work towards.I believed I was buying a brand new copy when it came it looked like it was off store shelf and had been looked at several times. I will contact and might return it.