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Architectural History and Engineering

Structures: The Way Things Are Built by Nigel Hawkes

Structures: The Way Things Are Built by Nigel Hawkes

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Structures: The Way Things Are Built by Nigel Hawkes

Journey through 43 of the world's most breathtaking feats of engineering and architecture in Nigel Hawkes's Structures. From the Panama Canal's intricate locks to the Great Wall's sprawling majesty, uncover the captivating stories behind these colossal constructions. Hawkes expertly details each project's design and execution, revealing the brilliance of human innovation and offering architectural insights for enthusiasts and professionals alike. Explore wonders like the Burj Khalifa, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the Channel Tunnel. With detailed photographs, diagrams, and cutaway illustrations, Structures grants an inside look at how these monumental achievements became reality. Discover how vision, engineering prowess, and unwavering determination converged to create some of humanity's most impressive structures.

Why You’ll Love This Book

Structures unveils the fascinating history and architectural details behind awe-inspiring constructions around the globe. The book examines the human ingenuity involved in building wonders, from bridges to skyscrapers. This exploration of engineering marvels presents complex construction processes with clarity.

Book Details

ISBN: 9780025491052

Binding: Hardcover

Pub Date:

Publisher: Macmillan

Pages: 240

Author:

  • Nigel Hawkes

Language: English

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