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Routledge Rational Landscapes and Humanistic Geography Book

Name: Routledge Rational Landscapes and Humanistic Geography Book
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Explore the complex relationship between modern design and human emotion in Rational Landscapes and Humanistic Geography. Originally published in 1981, this Routledge Revival edition examines a profound paradox: why the modern built environment provides material comfort and technical efficiency yet often leads to feelings of despair and depression instead of hope. This book investigates how the pursuit of efficiency and human reason has shaped our physical world. It looks at how humanism, once a tool for progress, has become increasingly focused on rationalism and technical success at the expense of intangible human values. For students of architecture, landscape design, and geography, this text offers a deep look into why our surroundings affect our mental well-being and how the drive for efficiency can impact the qualities that make a space meaningful. Whether you are studying the history of landscape architecture or the psychological effects of urban planning, this work provides a foundation for understanding the tension between technical advancement and the human spirit. It is a significant addition to any collection focused on the intersection of geography, humanism, and the built environment.

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Examines the paradox of how modern environments provide material comfort while potentially causing emotional despair.

Analyzes the impact of humanism and the reliance on human reason in shaping the modern built world.

Investigates the tension between technical efficiency and the preservation of intangible human values.

Provides a historical perspective on landscape and geography through this Routledge Revival edition.

Offers deep insights for readers interested in architecture, urban planning, and humanistic geography.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1138943258
Category: Books > Subjects > Arts & Photography > Architecture > Landscape
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 24 August 2015
Listed Since: 15 April 2015

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