Reconsidering Jane Jacobs (2011) offers a good introduction to Jane Jacob’s work.

This book, available at the Toronto Public Library, offers a valuable overview of her life, her growth as a writer, and her legacy.

The essays include a fascinating overview of her wide-ranging work as a writer (reaching both general and academic audiences) prior to the publication of The Death and Life of Great American Cities.

I’ve discussed Jane Jacobs work in other blog posts including this one.