American skyscraper, the: cultural histories
Éditeur :
Cambridge University Press
ISBN :
9780521624213
Date de publication :
9 mai 2005
Dimensions :
26,7 x 18,6 x 2,8 cm
Poids :
925 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
More than any other phenomenon, the skyscraper has determined the character of the American city, altering its physicality and land use patterns; prompting design, technological, and infrastructure developments; creating internal work environments; and redefining boundaries and expectations of individuals and groups defined by gender, class, and ethnicity.