City of Refuge

Exploring the concept of Utopian town planning, this book examines unique settlements shaped by collective ownership and communal living. It highlights communities formed as sanctuaries from religious persecution and the Industrial Revolution, drawing on diverse influences from ancient encampments to modern educational and technological ideas. The narrative reveals how these eclectic sources have redefined Utopian ideals, challenging traditional notions of what such communities can embody and achieve throughout history.