{"product_id":"books-empire-state-building-by-elizabeth-mann","title":"Empire State Building","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003ci\u003eThe illustrated true story of the world's most famous skyscraper.\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In 1929 the race was on to construct the tallest building in the world. Less than two years later, the race was won and the age of skyscrapers had its exclamation point. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In \u003cb\u003eEmpire State Building\u003c\/b\u003e, author Elizabeth Mann tells the story of an American icon. From start to finishing touches, she tracks the wonders of architecture, engineering, and construction that went into its creation. Her fascinating profiles of the millionaires and laborers capture the essence of the individuals who dreamed of and built this architectural marvel. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Alan Witschonke's paintings are bold and luminous, and his diagrams dazzlingly clear. Photographs by early 20th century master Lewis Hine take the reader up high into the heady, dangerous world of the steelworker out on the edge of girders way above the city streets. \u003cb\u003eEmpire State Building\u003c\/b\u003e is a timely book about the enduring achievement of a great city. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWonders of the World\u003c\/i\u003e series\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The winner of numerous awards, this series is renowned for Elizabeth Mann's ability to convey adventure and excitement while revealing technical information in engaging and easily understood language. The illustrations are lavishly realistic and accurate in detail but do not ignore the human element. Outstanding in the genre, these books are sure to bring even the most indifferent young reader into the worlds of history, geography, and architecture. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003ci\u003eOne of the ten best non-fiction series for young readers.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e - Booklist \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"World of Books ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673255141649,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/9781931414067.jpg?v=1781524407","url":"https:\/\/www.worldofbooks.com\/en-gb\/products\/books-empire-state-building-by-elizabeth-mann","provider":"World of Books ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}