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Empire State Building: When New York Reached for the Skies

Age 9-13
Grade 4-8

Elizabeth Mann, Alan Witschonke, Lewis Hine

Empire State Building: When New York Reached for the Skies

Paperback (Mikaya Press Feb. 4, 2006) , Reprint edition

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

Series
Wonders of the World Book
ISBN
1931414084 / 9781931414081
Pages
48
Weight
9.1 oz.
Dimensions
10.0 x 0.2 in.

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