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Discover 'Killing Sydney', a profound exploration of urban living in the 21st century that addresses critical issues facing our cities today. Written by renowned columnist and architectural writer Elizabeth Farrelly, this trade paperback edition delves into the future of Sydney amidst the challenges of environmental disaster, governmental greed, and overcrowding. With 384 pages filled with insightful analysis and passionate prose, Farrelly presents a captivating roadmap that is essential for both city dwellers and planners. This book not only serves as a love letter to Sydney but also a warning about the potential degradation of our beloved home. It raises vital questions about how we can adapt and thrive in changing times, making it a must-read for anyone concerned about the sustainability of urban living. 'Killing Sydney' combines historical analysis and contemporary trends, making it perfect for readers looking to understand the dynamics of communities now and in the future. With its engaging narrative, insightful observations, and compelling arguments, this book is an essential addition to your library. Note: Shipping for this item is free, and delivery takes up to 6 weeks. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Don't miss the chance to gain a deeper understanding of urban life through 'Killing Sydney'.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760552589
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2021
Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia
Pages: 384
Description:
'Presents serious issues in a way which neither patronises or mystifies the lay reader.' Paul Keating on Three Houses
A blueprint for the future of our city in a radically changing world.
Columnist Elizabeth Farrelly brings her unique perspective as architectural writer and former city councillor to a burning question for our times: how will we live in the future? Can our communities survive pandemic, environmental disaster, overcrowding, government greed and big business?
Using her own adopted city of Sydney, she creates a roadmap for urban living and analyses the history of cities themselves to study why and how we live together, now and into the future.
Killing Sydney is part-lovesong, part-warning: little by little, our politics are becoming debased and our environment degraded. The tipping point is close. Can the home we love survive?
Praise for Killing Sydney
'If you believe that Elizabeth Farrelly is expressing your long held concerns about the state of our governmens, our cities and our environment in her Sydney Morning Herald Saturday articles, then I encourage you to get Killing Sydney and have a month of Saturdays in the one book. That's what I'll do because I most often strongly agree!' Councillor Clover Moore, Lord Mayor of Sydney
'This is an important book for all Aussies! Written with passion, beautiful prose, and insightful knowledge. Read and weep. More than ever we need to push pause on development and so called "progress". Go Elizabeth!' Di Morrissey AM
'Great cities need great champions. Sydney needs Elizabeth Farrelly.' Adam Spencer
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760552589
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2021
Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia
Pages: 384
Description:
'Presents serious issues in a way which neither patronises or mystifies the lay reader.' Paul Keating on Three Houses
A blueprint for the future of our city in a radically changing world.
Columnist Elizabeth Farrelly brings her unique perspective as architectural writer and former city councillor to a burning question for our times: how will we live in the future? Can our communities survive pandemic, environmental disaster, overcrowding, government greed and big business?
Using her own adopted city of Sydney, she creates a roadmap for urban living and analyses the history of cities themselves to study why and how we live together, now and into the future.
Killing Sydney is part-lovesong, part-warning: little by little, our politics are becoming debased and our environment degraded. The tipping point is close. Can the home we love survive?
Praise for Killing Sydney
'If you believe that Elizabeth Farrelly is expressing your long held concerns about the state of our governmens, our cities and our environment in her Sydney Morning Herald Saturday articles, then I encourage you to get Killing Sydney and have a month of Saturdays in the one book. That's what I'll do because I most often strongly agree!' Councillor Clover Moore, Lord Mayor of Sydney
'This is an important book for all Aussies! Written with passion, beautiful prose, and insightful knowledge. Read and weep. More than ever we need to push pause on development and so called "progress". Go Elizabeth!' Di Morrissey AM
'Great cities need great champions. Sydney needs Elizabeth Farrelly.' Adam Spencer