Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.
Contents:
Temple of Hephaestus stands 2,500 years later -- Aqueducts brought water to ancient Rome -- Hagia Sophia architects turned squares into circles -- Japanese pagodas shimmy and sway during earthquakes -- Anasazi Indians built houses in cliff edges -- La Sagrada Familia celebrates century of construction -- Futuristic Dymaxion House was efficient and affordable -- Gateway Arch is tallest in the world -- Centre Pompidou brings inside outside -- Akashi Kaikyo suspension bridge is built for disaster -- Beijing National Stadium looks like steel bird's nest -- Burj Khalifa breaks skyscraper records.
Summary:
akes a close look at the worlds most incredible human-made structures. Discover the amazing buildings ancient civilizations created. Then take a tour of fascinating modern structures, including Chinas whimsical Beijing National Stadium.
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