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Book Synopsis: TENTH ANNIVERSARY EDITION WINNER OF THE GREEN PRIZE FOR SUSTAINABLE LITERATURE Updated with 100+ pages of new material and a foreword by Janette Sadik-Khan
The bestselling urban planning book of the past decade, translated into seven languages, Walkable City has changed the conversation on community design across America and beyond. It is reissued here with an extensive update, including eight new chapters covering housing equity, COVID, Uber, autonomous vehicles, urban forests, and more.
Jeff Speck has dedicated his career to determining what makes cities thrive. And he has boiled it down to one key factor: walkability.
Making downtown into a walkable, viable community is the essential fix for the typical American city; it is eminently achievable and its benefits are manifold. Walkable City—bursting with sharp observations and key insights into how urban change happens—lays out a practical, necessary, and inspiring vision for how to make American cities the best they can be.
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Experience the power of walkability with the Tenth Anniversary Edition of Walkable City. Winner of the Green Prize for Sustainable Literature, this bestselling urban planning book has revolutionized community design worldwide. Now updated with over 100 pages of new material and a foreword by Janette Sadik-Khan, this edition delves into the latest developments in housing equity, COVID, Uber, autonomous vehicles, and urban forests.
Jeff Speck, renowned urban planner, reveals the key factor that can transform any city into a thriving hub: walkability. With his sharp observations and invaluable insights, Speck presents a practical and inspiring vision for how American cities can reach their full potential. By turning downtown areas into walkable communities, we can create a vibrant environment that offers an array of benefits to both residents and visitors.
Discover how to enhance your city's livability, sustainability, and overall quality of life with Walkable City. Join the conversation on community design and be part of the movement shaping the future of urban environments. Don't miss this opportunity to make your mark!
Ready to take the first step towards a walkable future? Get your hands on Walkable City (Tenth Anniversary Edition) now! Click here to order.
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