The well-illustrated story of the building of the Taj Mahal, one of the world's most beautiful monuments, and the Mughal dynasty in India whose 5th emperor built it. Part of the award-winning Wonders of World series.
Wunder der WeltReihe
Diese Serie nimmt Sie mit auf eine faszinierende Reise um die Welt und enthüllt unglaubliche Naturphänomene und architektonische Wunder. Jeder Band erkundet einen einzigartigen Ort, seine Geschichte, Kultur und Geheimnisse. Es ist eine fesselnde Lektüre für alle neugierigen Seelen, die die Vielfalt unseres Planeten kennenlernen möchten. Entdecken Sie die Schönheit und Kraft von Orten, die sowohl die menschliche Geschichte als auch die natürliche Welt geprägt haben.
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Empire State Building: When New York Reached for the Skies
- 48 Seiten
- 2 Lesestunden
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
The Hoover Dam: The Story of Hard Times, Tough People and the Taming of a Wild River
- 48 Seiten
- 2 Lesestunden
Describes the engineering, construction, and social and historical contexts of the Hoover Dam.
The Brooklyn Bridge
- 48 Seiten
- 2 Lesestunden
Describes the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge, from its conception by John Roebling in 1852 through its final completion under the direction of his son, Washington, in 1883.