America on foot: walking and pedestrianism in the 20th century
Auteur :
Segrave, Kerry
Éditeur :
McFarland & Co Inc
ISBN :
9780786425594
Date de publication :
15 mars 2006
Dimensions :
22,9 x 15,2 cm
Poids :
309 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
Beginning with the history of walking as a social activity, this book discusses the various issues which have affected walkers, including increased automobile traffic, the attention of the marketing industry and pedestrian regulations. It also examines the contemplative, psychological and observational qualities of walking.