The Nature of Place

by Avi Friedman

The book is about a search for good places authentic ones and wondering about the disappearance of others. While visiting sixteen unique spots around the world, Friedman wondered what made strolling through, sitting in, dining at, or simply being there memorable. He reflected on the design of markets when he stumbled onto one at the crack of dawn in Dalian, China. He thought about the disappearance of folk art from neighborhoods when walking into a collection of life-sized sculptures in the Canadian arctic. He considered the relationship between cities and their natural environments when visiting Fargo, North Dakota, on a frigid day.

192 pages, Paperback

First published November 2, 2011

Reviews

[Mike Zellers · Rating 4 out of 5]

a very good, pleasant easy read. seems like listening to a very interesting and engaging person tell some stories and reflecting upon experiences and the world. Actually wish it was longer

[Tan Ling · Rating 4 out of 5]

For those who are interested in the notion of place-character, this book should be in your reading list. I am giving this book 4 out of 5 stars as I still have 30 pages left to read.