This examination of a phenomenon of 19th century planning traces the origins; implementation; international transference and adoption of the Garden City idea. It also considers its continuing relevance in the late 20th century and into the 21st century.
#2293378 in eBooks 2005-10-18 2005-10-18File Name: B000Q35UVA
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. what did it look like two thousand years agoBy BobA frustration Ive had when visiting Rome - and especially the forums/fora and Palatine - is: what did it look like two thousand years ago? The Roman Forum and Via Sacra are pretty much just paved pathways with column pedestals on either side. Why bother? This book; more than most; really explains what I am seeing - or not seeing. Building histories; floorplans; overlays showing different construction in different eras in the same spot; drawings of what the buildings looked like; etc. The book is dense and has good drawings. For a guidebook; it definitely is on the geeky end of the spectrum for those that need to know how something works or what something looked like. Probably best read as background material before a trip. It is pretty hefty and dense; so it is not something you would want to carry with you while doing a walking tour; though I have done it and not regretted it.4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. My Bible when in Rome...By Cynthia KahnIve used this reference almost annually for my trips to Rome. Best suited to someone who wants to go beyond the tourist basics; it has provided good; solid; and well organized information for countless smaller sites throughout the city and its environs. Its a big book; but even though I own the Kindle version; I generally prefer taking the hard copy along. Could benefit from more diagrams and maps; but I realize it would make the book more unwieldy.6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. The one Ive looked for for yearsBy C. GrishamPerfect for the traveller with a deep appreciation of Romes rich ancient history who doesnt want to take along 4 different books. It separates the town by regions and makes it come alive. Wish Id had this book the first time I visited!