[DOC] The Classic Piano Course Book 1: v. 1 by Carol Barratt at Arts-Photography

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Despite a modest revival in city living; Americans are spreading out more than ever -- into "exurbs" and "boomburbs" miles from anywhere; in big houses in big subdivisions. We cling to the notion of safer neighborhoods and better schools; but what we get; argues Anthony Flint; is long commutes; crushing gas prices and higher taxes -- and a landscape of strip malls and office parks badly in need of a makeover. This Land tells the untold story of development in America -- how the landscape is shaped by a furious clash of political; economic and cultural forces. It is the story of burgeoning anti-sprawl movement; a 1960s-style revolution of New Urbanism; smart growth; and green building. And it is the story of landowners fighting back on the basis of property rights; with free-market libertarians; homebuilders; road pavers; financial institutions; and even the lawn-care industry right alongside them.