Author: Cheshire James
Place: England
Publisher: Penguin Books
Year: 2014
Pages: 239
ISBN: 978-1-846-14847-7
Source: Received from Cyrus Cuzder
Keyword: Maps
Shelf: C6R3
Accession No: B1346
Contents: Acknowledgements Introduction Where We Are: What we talk about when we talk about London Who We Are: Why it’s worth knowing who we are Where We Go: There is beauty and order in your commute, How We’re Doing: It was the best times, it was the worst of times What We Like: You and your interests are the future of Big Data Further Reading Books, Coffee, etc Notes About the Authors
Abstract: *The Information Capital* explores the intersection of urban spaces, data, and people in London through 100 maps and visualizations. It covers themes like commuting, social dynamics, and economic trends, providing new insights into how the city functions. Sections like “Where We Are” examine the complexity of understanding London, while “Where We Go” looks at mobility systems. “How We’re Doing” highlights the city’s challenges and successes, and “What We Like” explores the role of Big Data in shaping future urban development. This book offers a fresh perspective on how data reveals patterns that transform our understanding of urban life.