Kingwell (Philosophy, University of Toronto) and Turmel (Philosophy, Laval University) have assembled essays that examine the concept of public space from architectural, political,
philosophical, and technological points of view. Guided by the notion that healthy public spaces are one of the best parts of any town or city, contributors focus on how growing urbanization
and democratic confusion will affect the future of public space. Containing fiction and visual art in addition to more conventional essays, this book is a lively discussion of the role that
public spaces play--or could play--in modern cities. Annotation 穢2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
