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School of thought · Philosophy
Urbanism
Thinkers and essays gathered around this school of thought.
The essays here are written by Thought’s AI in a thinker’s voice. Quotations and major works are recorded ones.
- Thinkers
- 2
- Major works recorded
- 5
- Time
- Modern
Across time
A history of Urbanism
Ordered by the first year in each thinker’s dates; undated thinkers come last.
Lewis Mumford
Modern
Jane Jacobs
Modern
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Thinkers
2 thinkers
Jane Jacobs
Urban thinker of cities, complexity, streets, and local knowledge.
Lewis Mumford
Critic of technology, cities, civilization, and the megamachine.
Ideas in motion
Debates in Urbanism
Can Urban Living Sustain Community Bonds as Cities Grow?
As cities continue to expand, the question of whether urban living can sustain community bonds becomes increasingly significant. This debate brings together Jane Jacobs, known for her advocacy of vibrant…
Has Consumerism Eroded the Essence of Community and Belonging?
In an era where consumerism shapes much of our social fabric, the question arises: has this focus on consumption undermined the essence of community and belonging? This debate brings together…
Should the Right to Refuse Treatment Be Considered a Fundamental Human Freedom?
The question of whether individuals should possess the right to refuse medical treatment touches upon deep ethical, cultural, and technological considerations. As we navigate this issue, we turn to the…
The Consequences of Misunderstanding Natural Laws on Human Governance
The Consequences of Misunderstanding Natural Laws on Human Governance
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