Based on his study of one of these places in New Jersey, Herbert Gans argued the stereotype of (*) "homogeneity" was better described as "compatibility," and that the hyperactive sociability described by people like William Whyte was greatly exaggerated.
A 2005 book by Robert Bruegmann defends the egalitarian nature of these places. Bennett Berger wrote an article on "the myth" of them based on his studies in California, arguing the purpose of such a myth was a more general cultural criticism. Kenneth Jackson examined what made the American version distinct from the rest of the world in Crabgrass Frontier. Based on his study of one of these places in New Jersey, Herbert Gans argued the stereotype of (*) "homogeneity" was better described as "compatibility," and that the hyperactive sociability described by people like William Whyte was greatly exaggerated. Lewis Mumford hated theses places and complained that people who lived here conformed "in every outward and inward respect to a common mold." For 10 points, name these places like Levittown, residential communities within commuting distance of a larger city.
A 2005 book by Robert Bruegmann defends the egalitarian nature of these places.
suburbs [or suburbia; or sprawl before "\'the myth\'"]