This book discusses the revitalization of decayed inner-city neighborhoods. It explores the role of social capital in stabilizing and turning around distressed communities; and it highlights the roles that local actors can and do play in the revitalization process.The Art of Revitalization takes two Chicago neighborhoods; Englewood and North Lawndale; as case studies. Zielenbach discusses them in the context of racial change and urban decay in Chicago since World War II. The account of the changing neighborhoods is fascinating and clear; and the strength of the authors portrayal of Chicagos transformation sets the stage for his detailed analysis.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Reads Like a Detective MysteryBy Joan C. CurtisJonathan Harr wrote a very intriguing book about the discovery of a long-lost Caravaggio; The Taking of Christ. If you are an art lover who also loves Italian art; this book will entertain you. I qualify. I was fascinated to learn more about Caravaggios rather rakish life as well as the way lost art is discovered.Harr put the reader in the role of detective. We explored the documents along with his two young art historians; Francesca and Laura. I felt as if I was there plowing through the old letters and ledgers. I sneezed from the dust and shivered from the cold. Thats how intimate the writing was.We also learned how hard it is to restore a piece of work painted in the early 17th Century. Four hundred years of dirt; grime; and much more had to be carefully removed. The professional hands of Benedetti delicately guided us through this process. Even after he; a compulsively careful restorer; made a near-fatal error; the painting survived.But; was it really the lost Taking of Christ or simply a well-done copy? Thats the question that both the reader and those who discovered it pondered. Many of Caravaggios disciples copied his work. They did it on commission and their skill level was almost as good as the Masters. So; how to determine if this one was a genuine Caravaggio?Read the book to find out.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Well Worth The Price!By "T"For it being a used book it was in great shape; had a couple of bent corners of the book; but other then that it looks new. This is a good interesting story. I actually know the priest (Father Barber) who was instrumental in finding this painting and mentioned several times throughout this book. I had previously read this book a few years ago; but it was a borrowed book and I wanted my own hard bound copy as I wanted Father Barber to sign it; but; hard bound is not being printed any longer so I decided to purchase this through . Im glad I did. My volunteer helper; also knows Fr. Barber and wanted a book too so I ordered another one for her. Her book was a little more used looking but still in good shape; however; she received a First Edition book. She was pleased with her book also.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Fascinating look inside the world of the art historian....I know I know it doesnt sound so thrilling does it?By Kindle CustomerThis is a real life detective mystery;at its best. Taking place in 3 countries and spanning centuries; personal dramas and age old rivalries culminate in searches through dusty castles and modern science labs to hopefully; possibly give the world back a masterpiece lost for centuries.