Book Details
Title: Planning for Man and Motor
Author: Paul Ritter
Illustrator: N/A
Publisher: Pergamon Press
Year: 1964
Impression/Edition: N/A
Cover: Hardcover and dust cover
Pages: 384
ISBN: N/A
Battle Scars:
Obvious wear and tear to the dust cover - rips/tears and fraying around the edges. However, Hardcover underneath looks very well preserved apart from separation of the cover from the bottom of the spine as depicted below (it is still attached by the cloth binding, inner paper binding cover has come off). Pencil inscription in the top right-hand corner of the front page.
Don't forget to check the photos below for a visual and make sure you are happy prior to purchase. Happy to answer questions if there is information missing.
Book Content:
A landmark 1964 study by Paul Ritter exploring the intersection of urban planning, human needs, and automotive infrastructure. Published by Pergamon Press, this 384-page hardcover examines how cities can be designed to accommodate both people and motor vehicles in harmony.
This vintage copy shows character with visible wear to the dust cover—rips, tears, and fraying at the edges—while the hardcover beneath remains well-preserved. The cover has separated slightly from the bottom spine (held by cloth binding), and there's a pencil inscription on the front page. Despite these battle scars, it remains a readable and collectible piece of planning history.
Ideal for urban planners, architects, historians, and anyone interested in mid-century design philosophy and the evolution of modern cities.
Book Details
Title: Planning for Man and Motor
Author: Paul Ritter
Illustrator: N/A
Publisher: Pergamon Press
Year: 1964
Impression/Edition: N/A
Cover: Hardcover and dust cover
Pages: 384
ISBN: N/A
Battle Scars:
Obvious wear and tear to the dust cover - rips/tears and fraying around the edges. However, Hardcover underneath looks very well preserved apart from separation of the cover from the bottom of the spine as depicted below (it is still attached by the cloth binding, inner paper binding cover has come off). Pencil inscription in the top right-hand corner of the front page.
Don't forget to check the photos below for a visual and make sure you are happy prior to purchase. Happy to answer questions if there is information missing.
Book Content:
A landmark 1964 study by Paul Ritter exploring the intersection of urban planning, human needs, and automotive infrastructure. Published by Pergamon Press, this 384-page hardcover examines how cities can be designed to accommodate both people and motor vehicles in harmony.
This vintage copy shows character with visible wear to the dust cover—rips, tears, and fraying at the edges—while the hardcover beneath remains well-preserved. The cover has separated slightly from the bottom spine (held by cloth binding), and there's a pencil inscription on the front page. Despite these battle scars, it remains a readable and collectible piece of planning history.
Ideal for urban planners, architects, historians, and anyone interested in mid-century design philosophy and the evolution of modern cities.
