This collection of essays addresses and defines the state of contemporary theories and practices of space: it is concerned with the growing importance of technology and communications; the effects of globalization and the change of social demands. Within the current urban and geopolitical contexts; it addresses the emergence of new social and political theories that raise questions of identity and difference in modern society. The book reiterates feminist concerns with space from the critical stance of the new millennium.With contributions from the leading theorists and thinkers from around the world representing the fields of architecture; art; philosophy and gender studies; this book has a truly international and interdisciplinary reach.
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Review
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Good ohotos but lacks informationBy John ClineI have always loved vintage photos of NYC and I am also a fan of Arcadia; but I was somewhat disappointed in this book. There are a lot of photos that lack information that I think is important to appreciate the photos. An example of this is the chapter titled "Lonely Streets" where most all of the photos are not identified. The chapter on the police department contain mainly interior shots and even has a full page of mug shots. These are interesting in their own right but do not have revelence in a book of street scenes. Despite these complaints; the book will become part of my NYC library.Manhattan Street Scenes (NY) (Images of America)0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy David L Belleman JR.Excellent book with many fun illustrations from the past.5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Nice slice of New York historyBy C. ShepkoThis book has some great old photos that give a real sense of what Manhattan was like back when. The fact is; its a lot like visiting another planet because the changes in the city are so marked and so ubiquitous. The only shortcoming (if it is one) is that the book isnt long enough.
