Stephanie Meeks,Kevin C. Murphy: Past and Future City: How Historic Preservation in Reviving America's Communities

Past and Future City: How Historic Preservation in Reviving America's Communities


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At its most basic, historic preservation is about keeping old places alive, in active use, and relevant to the needs of communities today. As cities across America experience a remarkable renaissance, and more and more young, diverse families choose to live, work, and play in historic neighbourhoods, the promise and potential of using our older and historic 'buildings to revitalise cities is stronger than ever. This urban-resurgence is a national phenomenon, boosting cities from Cleveland to Buffalo and Portland to Pittsburgh. Experts offer a range of theories on what is driving the return to the City, from the impact of the recent housing crisis to a desire to be socially engaged, live near work, and reduce automobile use. But there's also more to it. Time and again, when asked why they moved to the city, people talk about the desire to live somewhere distinctive, to be some place rather than no place. Often these distinguishing Urban landmarks are exciting neighbourhoods, Miami boasts its Art Deco district, New Orleans the French Quarter. Sometimes, as in the case of Baltimore's historic row houses, the most distinguishing feature is the urban fabric itself.In The Past and Future City, Stephanie Meeks, the president of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, describes in detail, and with unique empirical research, the many ways that saving and restoring historic fabric can help a city create thriving neighbourhoods, good jobs, and a vibrant economy. She explains the critical Importance of preservation for all communities, the ways the historic preservation field has evolved to embrace the challengers of the twenty-first century, and the innovative work being done in the preservation space now. This book is for anyone who cares about cities, places, and saving America's diverse stories, in a way that bring people together and helps people better understand their past, present and future.

No subject is more fraught in the Middle East than history - and so Bernard Lewis has found himself unexpectedly part of the story that he tells in this extraordinary memoir of a life that spans the 20th century, and has already had a great impact on the 21st. All roads lead to Rome, and all roads in the Eternal City itself lead to a delicious meal. In Rome: The Urban Kitchen, Katie and Giancarlo Caldesi unearth the city's hidden gems - centuries-old recipes that have been handed down through the generations, as well as new, exciting dishes inspired by Romans The Book of Inkscape download book from all walks of life. The duo present their interpretations of classic dishes, like Katie's Cacio e Pepe (spicy cheese and pepper pasta), alongside family favorites like Spigola in Saltimbocca (seabass with parma ham and sage leaves). Collaborating with Rome's best chefs, they also share modern Italian recipes - like Sorbetto di Peperone, a fiery hot chilli sorbet - that reflect the heat and color of this bustling city This is an impressive, fresh look at Rome's cuisine that will be sure to inspire. As well as all the tantalizing recipes, Katie and Giancarlo take readers on a sumptuous, visual journey, from the Pantheon and Colosseum, to the Renaissance palazzos, Baroque fountains, and neighborhood trattorias. Complemented by Katie's anecdotes of their trip, Rome: The Urban Kitchen is a beautiful cookbook and keepsake that will transport you to the heart of Italy.


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Author: Stephanie Meeks,Kevin C. Murphy
Number of Pages: 280 pages
Published Date: 30 Dec 2016
Publisher: Island Press
Publication Country: Washington, United States
Language: English
ISBN: 9781610917094
Download Link: Click Here
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