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13 Skyscrapers Children Should Know
Brad Finger
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Description for 13 Skyscrapers Children Should Know
Hardcover. This newest addition to Prestel's acclaimed series, which introduces children to important works of art and architecture, takes young readers around the world to investigate how tall buildings are constructed and what makes them so appealing. Series: 13 Series. Num Pages: 48 pages, 60 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 5AH; YNG; YNTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 250 x 288 x 12. Weight in Grams: 618.
There's something irresistible about a skyscraper. It can reshape an entire city skyline and from the building's top floors, people can see the world from a different perspective. Travelling from New York City to Dubai, from London to Shanghai, and from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago, this colorful book featuresdouble-page spreads for each of the skyscrapers it profiles. Each chapter includes photographs, information on the building's architect and history, and interesting facts about its construction and use. For instance, why is the Chrysler Building so admired, even though it doesn't stand nearly as tall as other skyscrapers? How do you measure ... Read more
There's something irresistible about a skyscraper. It can reshape an entire city skyline and from the building's top floors, people can see the world from a different perspective. Travelling from New York City to Dubai, from London to Shanghai, and from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago, this colorful book featuresdouble-page spreads for each of the skyscrapers it profiles. Each chapter includes photographs, information on the building's architect and history, and interesting facts about its construction and use. For instance, why is the Chrysler Building so admired, even though it doesn't stand nearly as tall as other skyscrapers? How do you measure ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Prestel
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Series
13 Series
Condition
New
Number of Pages
48
Place of Publication
Munich, Germany
ISBN
9783791372518
SKU
V9783791372518
Shipping Time
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Ref
99-3
About Brad Finger
BRAD FINGER is an art historian based near Chicago, IL. He is the author of 13 Modern Artists Children Should Know, 13 American Artists Children Should Know, and 13 Bridges Children Should Know (all by Prestel).
Reviews for 13 Skyscrapers Children Should Know
"From ancient Egypt's great pyramids to medieval Europe's cathedral towers, humans have always tried to build structures that reach the sky, whether out of practicality or hubris. This book showcases 13 of the world's best-known and most influential skyscrapers . . . In clearly designed, well laid-out pages, each skyscraper is accompanied by a box that provides quick details (date ... Read more