Ecology of Fear: Los Angeles and the Imagination of Disaster
Ecology of Fear: Los Angeles and the Imagination of Disaster
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1999
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1999496
Book • Nonfiction
Los Angeles, California • 20th century
1999
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Ecology of Fear: Los Angeles and the Imagination of Disaster, Mike Davis explores the environmental and social vulnerabilities of Los Angeles. He examines how natural disasters, urban myths, and societal anxieties shape residents' perception of the city, influencing both its landscape and cultural narrative.
Informative
Unnerving
Dark
Challenging
Mysterious
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Mike Davis's Ecology of Fear: Los Angeles and the Imagination of Disaster offers a provocative analysis of Los Angeles, blending historical detail with criticisms of urban planning and media narratives. Though praised for its depth and engaging storytelling, some critics find it overly pessimistic or exaggerated in its apocalyptic visions.
Who Should Read Ecology of Fear: Los Angeles and the Imagination of Disaster?
Readers interested in urban studies, socio-political issues, and environmentalism would enjoy Ecology of Fear: Los Angeles and the Imagination of Disaster. Similar works include The Shock Doctrine by Naomi Klein and City of Quartz by Mike Davis, offering analyses of urban challenges and societal impacts.
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496
Book • Nonfiction
Los Angeles, California • 20th century
1999
Adult
18+ years
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