Metropolis
A History of the City, Humankind's Greatest Invention
Ben Wilson
Discover the history of human civilization through the lens of 26 world cities with Metropolis. This captivating book, written by acclaimed historian Ben Wilson, explores how urban living has spurred some of humanity's greatest innovations over the past 7,000 years. From Athens to New York City to Shanghai, Metropolis takes readers on a fascinating journey through time and place, highlighting the pivotal role that cities have played in shaping our culture, art, trade, and more. Perfect for anyone fascinated by history, sociology, or urban planning, Metropolis is an erudite, page-turning tour de force.
Publish Date
2020-11-10T00:00:00.000Z
2020-11-10T00:00:00.000Z
Goodreads Rating
4.15
ISBN
9780385543460
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2021-03-26T15:31:21.000Z
@DavidLarter thank you. Meanwhile, I feel like you might enjoy this book, which is ostensibly about cities but actually is about trade, because what else is a city for? – source