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A Theory of Urbanity

A Theory of Urbanity

Anton Zijderveld

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Taylor & Francis Ltd
Año de edición:
2008
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Sociedad y ciencias sociales
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9781412808200
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Cities provide for people, not just functionally in terms of jobs, obligations and practical pursuits, but also, and above all, emotionally

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