Books in Building History Series series

Describes life in ancient Egypt and the construction of the pyramid of Pharaoh Khufu, discussing why it was built, how it was designed, where it is located, and how its laborers were assigned to their different tasks.

Discusses the design and building of the monster ship the Titanic, its maiden voyage, and what went wrong on the fateful night when it struck an iceberg and sank

Describes the planning and construction of the Colosseum in ancient Rome and traces its history through subsequent centuries

Describes the design and construction of the great Gothic cathedrals that were built in Western Europe in the Middle Ages.

Discusses the history of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre

Describes the history, design, and construction of the Eiffel Tower, and the continuing fascination it holds for people today.

Historical examination of the building of China's Great Wall.

Discusses the history of the New York City subway system.

Describes how medieval castles were built and examines the daily lives of those inhabiting them

Discusses the origins, construction, completion, uses, history, and eventual ruin of the Parthenon

Discusses the history of the transcontinental railroad, including the construction of the Central Pacific, Union Pacific, and other related railroads which joined the east and west coasts

Discusses the history of California's Alcatraz Island, covering its use as a military prison, as a national maximum security facility, the lives of prisoners and guards, and its current status as a national park