Discussion: The Culture of Cities

Author: Lewis Mumford

Description: The Culture of Cities by Lewis Mumford, traces the historical evolution of urban life from medieval Europe through industrialization to the modern "megalopolis," critiquing the social, economic, and environmental shortcomings of unchecked urban growth. Mumford advocates for balanced, regionally integrated cities that prioritize human needs, density limits, and harmony with nature, laying foundational ideas for sustainable urban planning.

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