Description
Book SynopsisThis book uses innovative research methods to examine why so many people fail to travel in ways that are deemed by most to be desirable - on foot or by bike. It proposes evidence-based policy solutions that could increase levels of walking and cycling substantially.
Trade Review“This pioneering book is much needed, as it calls for a new understanding of travel and a real engagement with people and policy makers so that effective actions can be taken that will transform the quality of the urban environment.” Professor David Banister, Transport Studies Unit, University of Oxford, UK .
“This book addresses one of the major lifestyle challenges of our age - how to embed sustained and sustainable mobility within community and society. The learning assembled will be essential to the effective design and implementation of policies and interventions.” Dr Andy Cope, Research and Monitoring Unit, Sustrans
Table of ContentsSection I: Context; Setting the scene and defining the problem?; Where have we come from?: The historical context; The global context: How is Britain different from other places?; Section II: The research Researching walking and cycling; How does the built environment influence walking and cycling?; What do people think about everyday travel in urban areas?; The place of walking in the urban environment; The role of cycling in the urban environment; Section III: Policy solutions The future of walking and cycling in British urban areas; Conclusion: issues of society, economy and sustainability.
