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Overview
This original study examines the influences and ideas of Patrick Geddes, one of the most original thinkers of his time. Geddes pioneered a sociological approach to the study of urbanization, and focused on the intimate link between spatial form and social processes. His work and passion have become an inspiration to all those who seek to understand the city and modern life. Patrick Geddes reveals the perspectives which Geddes created on modern life, education and city development. It shows that his ideas remain stimulating and pertinent to contemporary concerns on these issues.
Synopsis
This original study examines the influences and ideas of Patrick Geddes, one of the most original thinkers of his time. Geddes pioneered a sociological approach to the study of urbanization, and focused on the intimate link between spatial form and social processes. His work and passion have become an inspiration to all those who seek to understand the city and modern life. Patrick Geddes reveals the perspectives which Geddes created on modern life, education and city development. It shows that his ideas remain stimulating and pertinent to contemporary concerns on these issues.
Booknews
An important figure in the history of modern town planning and environmental studies, Sir Patrick Geddes (1854-1932) pioneered a sociological approach to the study of urbanization, an approach centered on the idea that social processes and spatial form are intimately related. Meller (history, U. of Nottingham) does a fine job of making his life and work accessible to a wide audience. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)