Author Description

"Explore the history and development of buildings, from the simple reed huts of the first farmers to the towering skyscrapers of today's cities. Detailed step-by-step diagrams reveal the internal construction of more than 60 of the world's structures, from Egyptian pyramids, Greek temples, Roman aqueducts and roads, medieval castles and towers, and Gothic cathedrals, to steel skyscrapers, powerful dams, prefabricated concrete houses, suspension bridges, and even buildings of the future. Special-feature panels describe the development of building methods, such as masonry and carpentry, and examine how they have influenced architectural styles. With more than 100 full-color illustrations, this book is the perfect starting point for anyone interested in how humankind's largest creations came to be. Clear, detailed diagrams. Scene-setting illustrations showing buildings in use. Includes damns, aqueducts, bridges, roads, and more. Buildings from all ages, the world over. Complete glossary of architectural terms." --