Outline of the History of Western Urban Planning Thought

Author: Zhang Jingxiang
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: This book is the first systematic exposition and summary of the history of Western urban planning thought in China. It is divided into ten chapters, following the major historical periods of the development of Western urban planning thought. Based on a brief introduction to the overall development background and dominant social thought of Western society in each era, it systematically and concisely elucidates the fundamental ideas and mainstream spirit that have formed and evolved over the past 2,500 years in Western urban planning. This approach outlines the basic of urban planning thought history and provides an outlook on its future development. The book provides a comprehensive and systematic summary of important urban planning thoughts, theories, and major planning practices during each period of Western urban development. In terms of content, it emphasizes both objective statements and in-depth analysis and commentary, striving to extract the fundamental characteristics and concepts of urban planning thought development in each era. The book is illustrated with case studies to complement theoretical explanations, making it rich in visuals. It is suitable for urban planning researchers, graduate students in higher education institutions and research institutions, as teaching material, and can also be referenced by urban planning designers, social researchers, and others.