Architecture of Normal: The Colonization of the American Landscape and Electrographic Architecture: New York Color, Las Vegas Light, and America's White Imaginary.

The text reviews two books, "Electrographic Architecture" by Carolyn L. Kane and "Architecture of Normal" by Daniel Kaven, which explore modern color in architecture and transportation history in the American Southwest. Kaven's book delves into the impact of transportation on the region over time, while Kane's work focuses on the role of color in urban landscapes like Times Square and Las Vegas. Both authors offer unique perspectives on the intersection of architecture, transportation, and color in American history, shedding light on the complexities of these topics. [Extracted from the article]