In the footsteps of Jean Gottmann: From Le Havre to harbors between globalization and the quest for identity
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Guided by Jean Gottmann's strong intuitions and following in his footsteps with the example of Le Harve it can be concluded that to develop a territory in the complex sense defined is to give it a constructed identity. Thus, a harbor city like Le Havre, so frequently visited by Jean Gottmann, is a good illustration of the innovative concepts.
Publication Name: EKISTICS: the problems and science of HUMAN SETTLEMENTS
Subject: Social sciences
ISSN: 0013-2942
Year: 2003
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An interview with Jean Gottmann on urban geography
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Jean Gottmann, a philosopher discusses on the process of growth that brought about the modern American Megalopolis in the late 1950s along the northeastern seaboard of the United States. He feels that the basic transformation of Megalopolis under way would recast urban life to befit new needs, which are difficult to imagine.
Publication Name: EKISTICS: the problems and science of HUMAN SETTLEMENTS
Subject: Social sciences
ISSN: 0013-2942
Year: 2003
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Geographer, historian and classic French regionalist: The evolution of the writings of Jean Gottmann
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The life of Jean Gottmann, a Russian immigrant whose family had fled to France during the Russian revolution is discussed. His writings about Megalopolis and his early training in history and geography as well as his own interpretation are described.
Publication Name: EKISTICS: the problems and science of HUMAN SETTLEMENTS
Subject: Social sciences
ISSN: 0013-2942
Year: 2003
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