“Transportation for Livable Cities” by Vukan R. Vuchic

Though this book is somewhat dated, now being 20 years since production, the thoughts are clear, well organized, fundamentally sound and still relevant. This is one of those books that leads to note-taking and list-making. A very useful work for those interested in understanding how we got to this tenuous place and how we might transcend our own lethargy to create a better nation.

Professor Vuchic has produced a useful book that examines the history and current [1999] state of livability transportation thinking. His use of photos, lists and figures greatly facilitates an understanding of his ideas and conditions affecting the topic. His extensive use of the experiences of international peer cities emphasizes his point that we in America can easily do better.