--- product_id: 8812766 title: "Overdrive: L.A. Constructs the Future, 1940–1990" brand: "wim de witchristopher james alexander" price: "$81.06" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/8812766-overdrive-l-a-constructs-the-future-1940-1990 store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Overdrive: L.A. Constructs the Future, 1940–1990 **Brand:** wim de witchristopher james alexander **Price:** $81.06 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Overdrive: L.A. Constructs the Future, 1940–1990 by wim de witchristopher james alexander - **How much does it cost?** $81.06 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/8812766-overdrive-l-a-constructs-the-future-1940-1990) ## Best For - wim de witchristopher james alexander enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted wim de witchristopher james alexander brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Overdrive: L.A. Constructs the Future, 1940–1990 ## Images ![Overdrive: L.A. Constructs the Future, 1940–1990 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81-wdfuKZAL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Extensive Examination of the Emergence of Los Angeles *by L***Y on Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2013* This book provides an extensive look at the economic and social development of Los Angeles. It thoroughly presents this from numerous perspectives including the changes in architectural styles. This should be of interest to readers wishing to learn more about Los Angeles history.The following are notes from the book that may be of interest to City Planning students:Los Angeles, unlike European cities, does not have a town hall and religious buildings forming its center. It is a spread out city using much vehicle traffic. It is a city focused on mobility.. Reyner Banham observes that billboards, parking spaces, gas stations, etc. are an important part of Los Angeles’s fabric.Philip Ethington notes downtown Los Angeles was a center hub in 1915 reaching out to Pomona, Ventura, and Santa Anna. Many real estate developers added new neighborhoods that took away the idea of a central hub. This growth was fueled by the rising importance of the aircraft industries and movies.William Deveral observes Los Angeles planned poorly for open spaces and parks. Business leaders ignored such plans. Support for parks emerged which successfully influenced creating, in 1978, the Santa Monica Mountains Natural Recreation Act. in 2000, a $2 billion statewide bond issues was approved by voters for preserving and improving beaches, the coast, and parks.Eric Avion noes there are seven freeways built through East Los Angeles neighborhoods and none in Beverly HIlls, whose residents are more economically and politically influential. While some argued against the environmental impacts of freeway, others such as writer Joan Didion saw freeways as allowing women to escape suburban drudgeryLos Angeles rose from being viewed as a city of drab architecture to one with many examples of notable modern architecture. Architectural influences are found from Asia, Latin America, and elsewhere.Aviation helped Los Angeles grow by making it more accessible. The Los Angeles International Airport opened its first jet-age airpot in 1961. ### ⭐⭐⭐ Graphics great, text and binding ... dreadful *by C***D on Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2013* This is the first time I have ever received a Getty publication which wasn't first rate in every way. For such a large (and somewhat cumbersome) book, the paper binding was insufficient--and unbecoming a Getty book. The text (several essays) have their moments ... but the real joy (or horror) is the visuals .... what happened in various parts of the basin in a few decades. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Los Angeles story of modern architectural/city history *by T***L on Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2019* Great book, reasonable price, and quick delivery. Thanks! --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/8812766-overdrive-l-a-constructs-the-future-1940-1990](https://www.desertcart.us/products/8812766-overdrive-l-a-constructs-the-future-1940-1990) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-05-28*