Conquering the Anonymous City: The Anonymity of Nightlife
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Authors
Riccobono, Jonathan A.
Issue Date
2008
Type
Thesis
Language
en_US
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Abstract
This project looks at the anonymity of nightlife within public spaces. The paper
first looks at public spaces and their meaning for different individuals. It takes into
consideration the criteria behind creating a 'sense of place.' It then explains why sense of
place is important to take notice in our everyday motions and activities. The paper then
compares a sense of place to that in the United States compared to European cities. While
wrapping up the first section, the paper discovers a recent decline in successful public
spaces and the consequences behind this change.
By specifically looking at college students and young professionals, this paper
covers the many interactions and encounters that arise while carousing through streets of
our downtowns. The project investigates perceived interactions and various social
benefits that arise during our participation in nightlife. By looking at the anonymity that
is employed at night, the reader will uncover the answer to why many of us seek to
become involved in nightclubs, bars, restaurants, taverns and the like. Furthermore, the
reader will be able to recognize how anonymity takes part in shaping the anonymous city
at night.
Description
iv, 37 p.
Citation
Publisher
Kalamazoo, Mich. : Kalamazoo College.
License
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