"... the best available synthesis of what we know with certainty and what uncertainties still exist ... provocative ." Urban Studies "With an extensive bibliography, the book is an invaluable overview of the subject, accessible enough for non-housing professionals to be serialised in the 'Guardian'." Housing "... makes an original contribution to an important area of housing policy requiring ... Read morecontinuing attention. It combines a useful historical perspective on the contentious issue of multi-storey living in Britain with a detailed examination of public sector motivations and subsequent problems to arise." Professor Michael Carley, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh "... this work should prove invaluable to any team of professionals and residents alike who are approaching a new project of this type." Building Design Show Less