Towards a Generative Psychology of Urban Planning
A Dissertation by Nicholas Mang
(download pdf 1.8M)

The Rediscovery of Place
Nicholas Mang
(download pdf 408k)

Christopher Alexander

Group Magic: An Inquiry Into Experiences of Collective Resonance.
Renee A. Levi, Ph.D., 2003

Terrapsychology: Re-engaging the Soul of Place
Craig Chalquist, Ph.D., 2007

Language of POPI

This group of books, articles, and papers is specially selected for its alignment with the mission of the Powers of Place Initiative: how right relationship between place and groups of people influences their work together toward positive change in the world.

These materials come from a variety of disciplines and professions, orientations and intentions, but what they share is a commitment to collective thought and action centered in place.