With a comprehensive analysis, this book links theory, evidence and practical application to bridge gaps between planning, design and criminology. The authors investigate connections between crime prevention and development planning with an international approach, looking at initiatives in the field and incorporating an understanding of current responses to the growth of technology and terrorism.

Crime and the fear of crime are issues high in public concern and on political agendas in most developed countries. This book takes these issues and relates them to the contribution that urban planners and participative planning processes can make in response to these problems. Its focus is thus on the extent to which crime opportunities can be prevented or reduced through the design, planning and management of the built environment. The perspective of the book is transatlantic and compara...

First published by the Smithsonian Institution in 1881, the book begins: "The unprecedentedly rapid increase and expansion of the white population of the country, bringing into action corresponding necessities for the acquisition and subjection of additional territory, have maintained a constant straggle between civilization and barbarism. Involved as a factor in this social conflict, was the legal title to the land occupied by Indians. The questions raised were whether in law or equity th...

The story in "A Modern Chronicle" centers around the character of Hugh Paret, a lawyer in the city of Boston. The novel explores Paret's life, his career, and his interactions with various characters as he navigates the rapidly changing social and political landscape of the early 20th century. The narrative delves into the challenges and moral dilemmas faced by the characters in their pursuit of success and happiness.Winston Churchill's novel "A Modern Chronicle" is known for its explorati...

The story centers around the character of Cap'n Eli Warren, a retired sea captain who becomes the guardian of two young orphaned sisters, Ruth and Naomi Sherwood. Cap'n Warren takes the girls into his home and cares for them as if they were his own daughters.As the narrative unfolds, "Cap'n Warren's Wards" explores the challenges and joys of family life, as well as the dynamics between Cap'n Warren and the two sisters. The novel portrays the Cape Cod community and its unique culture, inclu...

Henri René Albert Guy de Maupassant; (5 August 1850 – 6 July 1893) was a popular French writer, considered one of the fathers of the modern short story and one of the form's finest exponents. Guy De Maupassant wrote some of the most twisted and freaky short stories of his day. This is Volume 8 of 13, containing 19 of his best stories. (Excerpt from Wikipedia) This edition has been fully restored with modern typesetting, custom cover design.

Charles King was an American soldier who rose to the rank of general over the course of his long and distinguished military career. Along the way, he took up writing fiction as a hobby, and the novel From the Ranks, like King's other works, was praised for its accuracy and attention to detail.

The story revolves around the character of Lucien de Rubempré, a young and ambitious poet from the provinces who arrives in Paris with dreams of literary success and a desire to make a name for himself in the city's literary and social circles. Lucien is charming and handsome, but he lacks financial means, and his early attempts at achieving fame and fortune are met with disappointment.Lucien becomes acquainted with a group of artists, writers, and bohemians who lead unconventional and oft...

A compelling story that blends mystery, psychological tension, and the unseen workings of fate. In The Ghost, Arnold Bennett presents a thought-provoking narrative centered around ambition, secrecy, and the mysterious influences that shape human decisions. As characters navigate a world filled with uncertainty and hidden motives, events begin to unfold in ways that suggest something beyond ordinary explanation may be at play. The story draws readers into a tense atmosphere where perception...

Visionary social thinker Joel Kotkin looks ahead to America in 2050, revealing how the addition of one hundred million Americans by midcentury will transform how we all live, work, and prosper.In stark contrast to the rest of the world's advanced nations, the United States is growing at a record rate and, according to census projections, will be home to four hundred million Americans by 2050. This projected rise in population is the strongest indicator of our long-...

**#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE STARRING MICHAEL B. JORDAN AND JAMIE FOXX • A powerful true story about the potential for mercy to redeem us, and a clarion call to fix our broken system of justice—from one of the most brilliant and influential lawyers of our time.“[Bryan Stevenson’s] dedication to fighting for justice and equality has inspired me and many others and made a lasting impact on our country.”—John LegendNAMED ONE OF THE MOST ...

Written by a leading expert in the field, this is the first thorough critical review of retail planning policy in Britain (including Scotland and Wales). It covers recent changes in government policy and guidance, and examines retail policy within a broader economic and social context.Planning for Retail Development explains key events and debates in the evolution of retail planning policy, at central and local government levels, since the 1960s and draws contrasts between...