Empire State Building: When New York Reached for the Skies (Wonders of the World Book)

Mann, Elizabeth

ISBN 10: 1931414084 / ISBN 13: 9781931414081

Published by Mikaya Press, 2006

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Empire State Building: When New York Reached for the Skies (Wonders of the World Book)
• Publisher: Mikaya Press
• Publication Date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1931414084
• ISBN 13: 9781931414081
• Binding: Paperback
• Illustrator: Witschonke, Alan
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

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

About the Author

Elizabeth Mann is the author of the award-winning Brooklyn Bridge, and others in the Wonders of the World series. She lives in New York and has a home in the British Virgin Islands.