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- In his landmark book The Geography of Nowhere James Howard Kunstler visited the "tragic sprawlscape of cartoon architecture, junked cities, and ravaged countryside" America had become and declared that the deteriorating environment was not merely a symptom of a troubled culture, but one of the primary causes of our discontent.
- About the Author: James Howard Kunstler is a frequent contributor to the New York Times Magazine and is the author of eight novels.
- 320 Pages
- Social Science, Sociology
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About the Book
In "Home from Nowhere", the author of the landmark book "Geography of Nowhere" not only shows that the original American dream--the desire for peaceful, pleasant places in which to work and live--still has a strong hold on our imaginations, but offers innovative, eminently practical ways to make that dream a reality. Photos & line drawings.Book Synopsis
In his landmark book The Geography of Nowhere James Howard Kunstler visited the "tragic sprawlscape of cartoon architecture, junked cities, and ravaged countryside" America had become and declared that the deteriorating environment was not merely a symptom of a troubled culture, but one of the primary causes of our discontent.In Home from Nowhere Kunstler not only shows that the original American Dream -- the desire for peaceful, pleasant places in which to work and live -- still has a strong hold on our imaginations, but also offers innovative, eminently practical ways to make that dream a reality. Citing examples from around the country, he calls for the restoration of traditional architecture, the introduction of enduring design principles in urban planning, and the development of public spaces that acknowledge our need to interact comfortable with one another.
Review Quotes
Bruce Oren Houston Chronicle Kunstler makes a persuasive argument for massive change in how we live and lays out the problems that must be overcome.
Keith Schneider Detroit Free Press No one is writing more clearly and ardently about living in America's soul-numbing human habitats and suffering its dreadful consequences.
Mike Weilbacher The Philadelphia Inquirer A deliciously wicked over-the-top nonfiction romp across the tortured terrain of suburban America. This book is a wonderful whack-on-the-side-of-the-head to an increasingly complacent country bent on turning everywhere into Nowhere.
About the Author
James Howard Kunstler is a frequent contributor to the New York Times Magazine and is the author of eight novels. He now lives in Saratoga Springs, New York.Dimensions (Overall): 8.41 Inches (H) x 5.52 Inches (W) x .71 Inches (D)
Weight: .82 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 320
Genre: Social Science
Sub-Genre: Sociology
Publisher: Free Press
Format: Paperback
Author: James Howard Kunstler
Language: English
Street Date: March 26, 1998
TCIN: 85125331
UPC: 9780684837376
Item Number (DPCI): 247-54-9621
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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