Make Your Own London Landmarks: 5 Models to Construct

Keith Finch

ISBN 10: 0500517541 / ISBN 13: 9780500517543

Published by Thames & Hudson Ltd, 2014

About this Item

Keith Finch, Thames & Hudson Ltd. There are any number of books covering the history of London and its architecture, but Make Your Own London Landmarks offers something a little different - the chance to get up close to those buildings by building your own models.The five buildings included are among the best-known of London's many famous sights: Sir Christopher Wren's masterpiece St. Paul's Cathedral, Westminster Palace with its world famous 'Big Ben' clock tower, Tower Bridge, The London Eye and the glittering Shard tower. Each is accompanied by facts and figures that give background information to bring your very own miniature London alive!Keith Finch is a UK-based paper engineer. He has brought to life many children's books including Eric Carle's The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Michael Rosen's We're Going on a Bear Hunt.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Make Your Own London Landmarks: 5 Models to Construct
• Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd
• Publication Date: 2014
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0500517541
• ISBN 13: 9780500517543
• Binding: Hardback
• Book Type: Hardback

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Synopsis

The London Eye, the Shard, St Paul's Cathedral, Big Ben and Tower Bridge are some of the capital's most widely recognized landmarks. These five models offer a chance to understand their construction and to examine their architectural details more closely. The step-by-step instructions make it easy to assemble the press-out pieces, while the accompanying facts and figures on the design and history of each structure will enable you to speak knowledgeably as you show off your handiwork.