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American Urban History II

Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyUnited States11.014J
Free, no sign-up neededFall 2011English
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This is a seminar course that explores the history of selected features of the physical environment of urban America. Among the features considered are parks, cemeteries, tenements, suburbs, zoos, skyscrapers, department stores, supermarkets, and amusement parks. The course gives students experience in working with primary documentation sources through its selection of readings and class discussions.

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