Women of steel and stone 22 inspirational architects, engineers, and landscape designers
"Reporting on a range of historical and contemporary female builders and designers, this educational book strives to inspire a new generation of girls in the disciplines of science, technology, engineering, and math. With many of the profiles set against the backdrop of such landmark events as...
| Main Author: | Lewis, Anna M. |
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| Format: | Books Print Book |
| Language: | English |
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Chicago :
Chicago Review Press,
[2014]
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| Edition: | First edition. |
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Women of action
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Series: Women of action
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