Landscapes of Exclusion: State Parks and Jim Crow in the American South (Designing the American Park)
This book explores state parks in the Jim Crow-era American South, uncovering how racial segregation shaped their design and access. Part of the Designing the American Park series, it examines the interplay between environmental management and social exclusion, offering a critical view of public spaces in a divided society.
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Landscapes of Exclusion delves into the history of state parks in the American South, focusing on the era of Jim Crow laws. The book highlights how these parks were shaped by racial segregation practices that limited access for African Americans.
Through an analysis of park design and administration, it illustrates the intersection of environmental planning and social inequality in the region. The work is part of the Designing the American Park series, offering insights into the development of public recreational spaces.
The author, William E. O'Brien, provides a scholarly examination of how state policies influenced the physical and social landscapes of these parks, reflecting broader patterns of exclusion in American society.
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