Empire State Building: When New York Reached for the Skies
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Book Description
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.
Book Information
Publisher | Mikaya Press |
Binding | Paperback (3 editions) |
Reading Level | Ages 9-12 |
# of Pages | 48 |
ISBN-10 | 1931414084 |
ISBN-13 | 978-1931414081 |
Publication Date | 02/04/2006 |
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About Alan Witschonke (Illustrator) : Alan Witschonke is a published illustrator of children's books and young adult books. Some of the published credits of Alan Witschonke include The Taj Mahal: A Story of Love and Empire (Wonders of the... more
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About Lewis Hine (Photographer) : Lewis Hine is a published photographer of children's books and young adult books. Some of the published credits of Lewis Hine include Empire State Building: When New York Reached for the Skies (Wonder... more
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