Roadtown (Classic Reprint)

Edgar Chambless

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Lingua: inglese

Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018

1330424840 / 9781330424841

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Print on Demand. Emerging from the tumultuous aftermath of the 1893 financial panic, this book presents a visionary solution to the ills of urban life and the inefficiencies of modern civilization. The author, inspired by personal hardship and a deep understanding of technological advancements, proposes "Roadtown" ââ â a radical reimagining of city planning that seamlessly integrates transportation, housing, and essential utilities. This groundbreaking concept challenges the traditional notions of urban development, drawing inspiration from nature's efficient coordination of movement and consumption. The author critiques the haphazard growth of cities, highlighting the resulting congestion, pollution, and social inequalities. "Roadtown" offers an alternative: a linear city stretching across the countryside, where homes are connected by a high-speed, noiseless monorail system and residents enjoy the benefits of both urban convenience and rural tranquility. Exploring themes of efficiency, community, and technological progress, the book delves into the intricate details of "Roadtown's" infrastructure, from its innovative construction materials to its ingenious use of pipes and wires for essential services. The author envisions a society where drudgery is minimized, cooperation thrives, and individuals have the freedom to pursue meaningful work and leisure. Ultimately, this book presents a compelling vision of a future where technology and human ingenuity converge to create a more equitable, sustainable, and fulfilling way of life. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.…

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Titolo
Roadtown (Classic Reprint)
Autore
Edgar Chambless
Editore
Forgotten Books
Anno di pubblicazione
2018
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New
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print-on-demand item
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Paperback
Lingua
inglese
ISBN 10
1330424840
ISBN 13
9781330424841
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.

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