Modern Civic Art: Or The City Made Beautiful (1903)

By Charles Mulford Robinson

Book Overview

Modern Civic Art: Or The City Made Beautiful is a book written by Charles Mulford Robinson and published in 1903. The book is a comprehensive guide on how to make cities more beautiful and functional through the use of civic art. Robinson argues that cities should be designed with the needs of the people in mind, and that the beauty and functionality of a city should be a top priority. The book covers a wide range of topics related to urban design, including the importance of public spaces, the design of streets and buildings, the use of color and light, and the role of art in the city. Robinson also discusses the importance of community involvement in the design process, and provides examples of successful urban design projects from around the world. Overall, Modern Civic Art: Or The City Made Beautiful is a seminal work in the field of urban design, and remains relevant today as cities around the world continue to grapple with issues of functionality and beauty. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in urban design, architecture, or city planning.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164072323
• ISBN13: 9781164072324
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 388 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"