Cities Quote by Jane Jacobs
“Cities never flourish alone. They have to be trading with other cities. My new hypothesis shows why. But also in trading with each other they can't be in too different stages of development, and they can't copy one another.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Death and Life of Great American Cities, 1961
Cities thrive through balanced trade and mutual development; they must be at comparable stages and avoid direct imitation.
In simple terms: Cities need balanced exchange, not copying.
Foster complementary growth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- regional trade agreements
- infrastructure projects
- city partnerships
- economic policy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How to ensure equitable trade?
- What limits copying?
Unequal development can cause dependency.