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Robert Moses and the Fall of New York
Robert A. Caro · 1974 · 1344 pages
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About the book
Robert Caro offers a monumental biography of Robert Moses, the man who, without ever having been elected, shaped the urban landscape of New York City throughout the twentieth century. Through exhaustive research and compelling narrative, Caro documents how Moses wielded extraordinary power over urban planning, transportation, and real estate development, leaving behind a controversial legacy—the creator of infrastructure that transformed the metropolis but also responsible for mass expropriations and the destruction of communities.
More than a biography, it is a reflection on power, democracy, and the real cost of urban progress.
Book details
| Author | Robert A. Caro |
|---|---|
| Year of publication | 1974 |
| Pages | 1344 |
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