Edward C. Banfield
Edward Christie Banfield was an American political scientist known for his work on urban politics and public administration. He authored several influential books and was a professor at Harvard University.
Books
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1. The Unheavenly City
"The Unheavenly City" is a sociological analysis of urban life in the United States during the mid-20th century. The book examines the problems faced by cities and their residents, including poverty, crime, and racial tensions. The author argues that these issues are largely due to cultural and behavioral differences among social classes rather than economic inequality. He suggests that long-term planning and delayed gratification, traits more common in higher social classes, lead to better outcomes than the short-term focus often seen in lower social classes. The book's controversial views sparked debates about urban policy and social inequality.
The 2633rd Greatest Book of All Time
