Americans Against the City

In "Americans Against the City," historian Steven Conn delves into the complex relationship between Americans and urban life, revealing the deep-rooted anti-urban impulse that has influenced American society throughout the 20th century. He examines various movements and political responses, from early 20th-century industrial cities to the New Urbanist experiments of the 21st century, illustrating how these sentiments have shaped our living environments and contemporary anti-government politics. Engagingly written and meticulously researched, this audiobook offers vital insights into the history and future of American cities.