Skyscrapers and towers

"Have you ever looked up and seen a skyscraper or tower? How were these amazing structures built? It took thousands of years to create and perfect the technology needed to help these giants withstand the forces of nature. In this scientific text, students will learn all about famous skyscrapers and...

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Main Author: Duke, Shirley (Author)
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: [Vero Beach, FL] : Rourke Educational Media, [2016]
Series:Engineering wonders.
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505 0 |a Tall Treasures -- Powerful Forces -- The Building Goes Up -- Historical Towers -- Towers around the World -- What's New with Skyscrapers? -- Timeline -- Glossary -- Index -- Show What You Know -- Websites to Visit -- About the Author. 
520 |a "Have you ever looked up and seen a skyscraper or tower? How were these amazing structures built? It took thousands of years to create and perfect the technology needed to help these giants withstand the forces of nature. In this scientific text, students will learn all about famous skyscrapers and towers around the world and why they are considered engineering wonders!"--Provided by publisher. 
504 |a Includes bibliographical references (page 47) and index. 
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