On the shelf
The Death and Life of Great American Cities
by Jane Jacobs
1 episode · 1 guest · last mentioned 21 Jun 2021
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Mary Portas in the episode with Mary Portas
About the book
A seminal work of urban studies critiquing mid-20th-century city planning. Jacobs examines how vibrant neighborhoods organically function, arguing for mixed-use development, short blocks, and community-based safety over large-scale renewal projects.
