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Hygeia, a City of Health

1876

Benjamin Ward Richardson

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Hygeia, a City of Health

Benjamin Ward Richardson

1876

Architecture, Environmental Issues, Health & Medicine

Hygeia, a City of Health, written by Benjamin Ward Richardson and first published in 1876, presents a theoretical framework for designing an ideal city centered on public health and sanitation. The book outlines a detailed vision for Hygeia, emphasizing the importance of urban planning in promoting well-being through innovative housing, effective waste management, and community facilities. Richardson argues that many diseases can be prevented through thoughtful design and sanitation reforms, reflecting a commitment to improving public health through the integration of hygiene science and urban architecture.

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