The Unheavenly City by Edward C. Banfield

The Nature and Future of Our Urban Crisis

"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 2617th greatest book of all time


Published
1970
Nationality
American
Type
Nonfiction
Pages
264
Words
Unknown
Original Language
English
Alternate Titles
None

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