Advances in Utopian Studies and Sacred Architecture

Advances in Utopian Studies and Sacred Architecture
Author: Claudio Gambardella
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 362
Release: 2021-02-02
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3030507653


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At a time dominated by the disappearance of Future, as claimed by the French anthropologist Marc Augé, Utopia and Religion seem to be two different ways of giving back an inner horizon to mankind. Therefore this book, on the one hand, considers the importance of utopia as a tool and how it offers an economic and social resource to improve cities’ wealth, future and livability. On the other, it explores the impact of religious and cultural ideals on cities that have recently emerged in this context. Based on numerous observations, the book examines the intellectual legacy of utopian theory and practices across various academic disciplines. It also presents discussions, theories, and case studies addressing a range of issues and topics related to utopia.