A Pattern Language presents a compelling way of thinking about "place". It clarifies what so many have longed for in the way of community, and shows clearly what's wrong and what to change to fix it. I highly recommend it for everyone!
Fostering innovation and entrepreneurship means removing tax and other federal burdens, and allowing Americans and the free market to thrive. George's comments are right on. Our economy did just fine for a long time without this debt-backed fiscal irresponsibility called economic stimulus.