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Technical and journalistic works contained in the Articles , UnSprawl , Reviews , and perhaps even Columns sections are aimed at professionals and other interested individuals and groups. These contributions can help communities develop and redevelop in a more sustainable manner. Literary and artistic works contained in the Poetry , Essays , Fiction , Columns , and ARTerrain sections allow the reader to relax and enjoy the pieces for what they are. All work contained within Terrain is, of course, accessible to all interested audiences. While a case study may help a community planner in his or her job, it may also inform a banker, inspire a student, and educate a mechanic.