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Mike Davis and Daniel Bertrand Monk's 'Paradis Infernaux'

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The publication 'Paradis Infernaux' by Mike Davis and Daniel Bertrand Monk explores the duality of cities as dreamlike or nightmarish spaces, questioning whether they are infernal paradises or paradisiacal hells. The work examines the intentions behind urban development, described as paving stones of good or bad intentions. The PDF is available for download via artpress.com.

Key facts

  • The publication is titled 'Paradis Infernaux'.
  • Authors are Mike Davis and Daniel Bertrand Monk.
  • It questions whether cities are dreamlike or nightmarish.
  • Explores the concept of infernal paradises or paradisiacal hells.
  • Discusses paving stones of good or bad intentions.
  • The PDF is available for download.
  • Source is artpress.com.
  • Published on December 1, 2008.

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Artists

  • Mike Davis
  • Daniel Bertrand Monk

Institutions

  • artpress

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