Let's build a house! But what comes first? A step-by-step look at how a house is constructed by real-life engineer Mike Lucas and gorgeously illustrated by Daron Parton.
The latest title from the In a Nutshell series, 100 Things to Know About Architecture is a fascinating introduction to amazing architecture from throughout history, with key terms, concepts and buildings all explored in 100 words.
We admire the ancient wonders today, but somebody had to build them. No heavy machinery, no semitrucks, no cement mixers. How was it even possible to build such wonders as pyramids and temples in ancient times?
From private residences to affordable housing, stadiums to factories, museums to libraries- this book takes young readers across continents to learn how architecture is improving the world one building at a time.