Behind the gates [electronic resource] : life, security, and the pursuit of happiness in fortress America / Setha Low.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 251-262) and index.

Unlocking the gated community -- Arriving at the gate -- Searching for community -- Re-creating the past -- Protecting the children and safety for all -- Fear of crime -- Fear of others -- Niceness and property values -- Private governance, taxes, and moral minimalism -- Easing the way to retirement -- Don't fence me in.

Also available in print edition.

Electronic reproduction. [London, Eng. : Taylor and Francis, 2010]. PDF file created from digital scan of print book.