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Concrete Changes
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- Book Synopsis
- From the 1950s to the end of the twentieth century, Boston transformed from a city in freefall into a thriving metropolis, as modern glass skyscrapers sprouted up in the midst of iconic brick rowhouses. After decades of corruption and graft, a new generation of politicians swept into office, seeking to revitalize Boston through large-scale urban renewal projects. The most important of these was a new city hall, which they hoped would project a bold vision of civic participation. The massive Brutalist building that was unveiled in 1962 stands apart - emblematic of the city's rebirth through avant-garde design.And yet Boston City Hall frequently ranks among the country's ugliest buildings. Concrete Changes seeks to answer a common question for contemporary viewers: How did this happen? In a lively narrative filled with big personalities and newspaper accounts, Brian M. Sirman argues that this structure is more than a symbol of Boston's modernization; it acted as a catalyst for political, social, and economic change.
- About The Author
- Brian M. Sirman teaches history, architecture, and writing at Boston University and the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9781625343574
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Bright Leaf, (30 March 2018)
- Number of Pages
- 256
- Weight
- 398 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 226 x 152 x 20 mm
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