By John F. Wasik
(New
York: Bloomberg, 2009); 978-1576603208
An
incisive look at the consequences of today's costly and damaging suburban
lifestyle, this new book exposes the economic, cultural, environmental, and
health problems underlying life in suburbia. John Wasik provides powerful
insights into how the U.S. suburban lifestyle became unsustainable and what can
be done to salvage it. Wasik's observations are firmly grounded in exclusive
on-the-ground research, interviews with thought leaders, and the latest studies
and statistics. He exposes the untold truths about home ownership: green isn't
always so green, life isn't cheaper after accounting for gas, water, and taxes,
and modern suburban living isn't so idyllic considering the toll it takes on
our health. Wasik's trenchant analysis adds a new dimension to an important
topic, with exclusive research and analysis that debunks the many myths of
suburban living, while exploring innovative solutions being developed in cities
and suburbs across the country.