Above and Beyond takes an aerial view to conclusively demonstrate how suburban sprawl is forever changing the look of America--and how that can be avoided. Alex MacLean's photographs--many of them combined with computer simulations to illustrate how landscapes are transformed over time--show how traditional development patterns produce more compact cities and towns. In conjunction, the authors introduce communities that have successfully fought sprawl, invigorated their town areas, and overcome the car-culture mentality of ...
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Above and Beyond takes an aerial view to conclusively demonstrate how suburban sprawl is forever changing the look of America--and how that can be avoided. Alex MacLean's photographs--many of them combined with computer simulations to illustrate how landscapes are transformed over time--show how traditional development patterns produce more compact cities and towns. In conjunction, the authors introduce communities that have successfully fought sprawl, invigorated their town areas, and overcome the car-culture mentality of sprawl development. The case they make, and the examples they offer, will inspire planners, officials, and concerned citizens everywhere.
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Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.
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Fine. Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in mint condition. Both the pages and the cover are completely intact, without zero sign of previous usage.
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SIGNED. Very close to fine and bright oversize glossy pictorial wraps with crisp bright text throughout. Beautifully illustrated in color visualizing change in small towns and rural areas. Affectionately inscribed by Elizabeth Humstone on full title page.
