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Author Morris, Douglas, 1961-

Title It's a sprawl world after all / Douglas E. Morris
Published Gabriola Island, B.C. : New Society Publishers, ©2005

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Description 1 online resource (265 pages) : illustrations, maps, portrait
Contents Sprawl versus community -- A society of strangers -- A culture of incivility -- A breeding ground for violence -- Creating a more fulfilling life -- Creating a healthier society -- A vision for a better future
Summary Links America's increase in violence and the corresponding breakdown in society with the post WWII development of suburban sprawl. This book offers practical solutions that can improve everyone's quality of life. This book also includes a helpful resource listing of organisations committed to making communities more sustainable
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index
Notes English
Subject Cities and towns -- Growth -- Social aspects -- United States
Suburbs -- United States.
Community development, Urban.
City and town life.
City and town life -- United States
Cities and towns -- Growth -- Social aspects.
City and town life.
Community development, Urban.
Suburbs.
Cidades (crescimento e desenvolvimento;aspectos sociais) -- Estados unidos.
United States.
Form Electronic book
ISBN 1550923218
9781550923216
Other Titles Subtitle on cover: Human cost of unplanned growth--and visions of a better future