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Jane Jacobs 1916-2006

May 6th, 2006 · No Comments · Four pillars , Uncategorized

I was sad to learn about the death of Jane Jacobs last week.
Her books and approach were (and continue to be) significant influences on me, particularly when I seek to understand how communities work. What damage can be done by (often well-meaning) politicians, developers, financiers and industrialists.
How to keep remembering the humanity that is, and [...]

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