Dr. Fouad bin Ghadban's insightful book, 'New Cities: Motives and Practices,' offers a comprehensive analysis of the global phenomenon of creating new urban centers. This 2015 work delves into the motivations driving their establishment, from economic ambitions to social planning. It meticulously examines the practical aspects of their development, including urban design, infrastructure challenges, and community integration. This is an essential read for urban planners, geographers, policymakers, and anyone interested in the future of urban living and the complex processes that shape our modern world, providing a critical perspective on successes and failures.