Roadtown by Edgar Chambless
"Roadtown" by Edgar Chambless is a speculative fiction work written in the early 20th century. The book presents an innovative vision of a new type of society that combines housing and transportation in a linear, interconnected manner, aiming to eliminate the inefficiencies of urban living. The narrative focuses on the inventor and visionary Edgar Chambless, who seeks to create a utopia where individuals can thrive without the burdens of traditional city life.
At the start of "Roadtown," the author introduces the protagonist's disillusionment with contemporary society following a financial crisis. As Chambless reflects on his life experiences while contemplating the nature of transportation and urban planning, he begins to conceptualize a revolutionary idea: a city designed in a straight line that integrates advanced transportation with living spaces. His vision includes features such as mechanized housekeeping and cooperative agricultural practices, alongside a streamlined system for distribution and utility. This opening sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of how such a radical reimagining of urban life could address the challenges of modern civilization. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Chambless, Edgar, 1870-1936 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 10018977 |
| Title | Roadtown |
| Contents | When I began to think -- A new conception of transportation -- Line distribution: the logical outcome -- The Roadtown plan of construction -- Civilization through pipes and wires -- Roadtown housekeeping -- The servant problem in Roadtown -- Roadtown agriculture -- Industry returns to the home -- Roadtown makes co-operation practical -- Roadtown education and social life -- Who will build the Roadtowns -- In Roadtown there will be no trusts. |
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| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 52.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HT: Social sciences: Communities, Classes, Races |
| Subject | Utopias |
| Subject | City planning |
| Subject | Transportation |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 58964 |
| Release Date | Feb 25, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 241 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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