Accessible America by Bess Williamson examines how accessibility design in the U.S. evolved, from the post-WWII era to the Americans with Disabilities Act in 1990. It explores the challenges of making spaces inclusive, the resistance from politics and designers, and the often uneven progress. Through real-life stories, Williamson shows how American values shaped accessibility and how it impacts our daily lives.
In Inclusive Transportation, Veronica Davis argues for big changes in transportation planning to make it fairer and more connected. She illustrates how past practices have divided communities and calls for new leaders and approaches to fix this. The book outlines ways to plan transportation that benefits everyone by focusing on fairness, listening to communities, and working together.
Magnetic City by Justin Davidson is an exploration of New York City’s history, culture, and architecture, blending personal anecdotes with a broader narrative about the city’s evolution.
Kyoto: An Urban History of Japan’s Premodern Capital by Matthew Stavros examines the development of Kyoto from its foundation as Japan’s capital in 794 to its transformation into a cultural and political center. Stavros uses archaeological evidence and historical texts to explore how the city’s urban design, religious institutions, and aristocratic power shaped its growth and identity.
Robert Caro’s The Power Broker reveals Robert Moses as the most powerful man in New York during his time, shaping the city’s landscape and political power structures.
