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Overview
The Los Angeles region is increasingly being held up as a prototype for the collective urban future of the United States. Yet it is probably the least understood, most under-studied major city in the US. Very few people beyond the boundaries of Southern California have an accurate appreciation of what the region is, who lives there, and what it does. This groundbreaking collection of essays brings together well-respected contributors to dispel the myths about Southern California and to begin the process of 'rethinking' Los Angeles.
Synopsis
The Los Angeles region is increasingly being held up as a prototype for the collective urban future of the United States. Yet it is probably the least understood, most under-studied major city in the US. Very few people beyond the boundaries of Southern California have an accurate appreciation of what the region is, who lives there, and what it does. This groundbreaking collection of essays brings together well-respected contributors to dispel the myths about Southern California and to begin the process of 'rethinking' Los Angeles.
Booknews
The Los Angeles region is increasingly held up as a prototype (for good or ill) of our collective urban future; what happens there in terms of growth and unrest could, and probably will, happen elsewhere sometime soon. Based on a public discussion series of the same name, this collection of essays examines ways to create a better future for the people of Southern California. It includes contributions from scholars, artists, planners, and other resident professionals discussing issues connected with the economy, government, race, and health care. Paper edition (unseen), $26.95. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)