Empire State Building: When New York Reached for the Skies
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Empire State Building: When New York Reached for the Skies by Elizabeth Mann
From start to finish, Mann tracks the wonders of architecture, engineering, and construction that went into the creation of the tallest building in the world for the time. Fascinating profiles describe the individuals who dreamed of and built this architectural marvel. Archival photographs recreate the heady world of the steelworkers out on the girders, high above the city streets.
Wonders of the World series
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.
One of the ten best non-fiction series for young readers.
- Booklist
Elizabeth Mann is the best-selling author of the Wonders of the World series, which includes the award-winning Brooklyn Bridge. She splits her time between New York and the British Virgin Islands.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781931414081 |
| ISBN 10 | 1931414084 |
| Title | Empire State Building: When New York Reached for the Skies |
| Author | Elizabeth Mann |
| Series | Wonders Of The World Book Ser |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Firefly Books Ltd |
| Year published | 2006-02-04 |
| Number of pages | 48 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |