Empire State Building - (Wonders of the World (Mikaya Paperback)) by Elizabeth Mann (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Now in paperback, an illustrated history of the Empire State Building: its architecture, engineering, construction, profiles of the millionaires and laborers who build it -- includes both new illustrative paintings and archival photographs.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p> 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. </p><p> <b><i>Wonders of the World</i> series</b> </p><p> 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. </p><p> <i>"One of the ten best non-fiction series for young readers."</i><br /> - Booklist </p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>A fascinating narrative... an excellent inside look at the birth of this landmark.-- (02/24/2004)<br><br>Mann writes clearly and concisely, never sacrificing the drama of the story... Period photos and Witschonke's full-color artwork add much to the text.-- (02/01/2004)<br><br>Mann writes with clarity about the technical aspects... and with verve about the building's inspiring effect on New Yorkers... Best are the illustrations.-- (11/23/2003)<br><br>The glamour girl of the New York skyline gets the star treatment in this overview of her planning and construction.--Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (02/01/2004)<br><br>The Top Five... A detailed story of the construction and profiles of the millionaires and laborers involved.-- (03/15/2004)<br><br>Will capture the imagination... An ideal resource for classes working on architectural projects and a top choice for general reading.-- (05/01/2004)<br><br>With interesting facts ranging from building inspection and safety issues to the delivery of food and materials to the upper floors, Empire State Building provides readers with plenty of history and even a bit of physics.... Mann draws readers in with her writing style, taking them back to New York City, circa 1930. She not only explains construction techniques and other technical information clearly, but she also gives readers a sense of the thinking process behind the building's design and the problem-solving that went on as the project progressed. Yet it is her focus on the human stories that will most captivate readers. Abundant coloured and black and white archival photographs, maps and paintings provide additional information and enhance the text. There are numbered diagrams showing the sequential steps in various construction techniques as well as a double foldout page showing the month-by-month progress of the construction. A well-written account of a tremendous architectural feat. Highly Recommended.-- (12/12/2003)<br><br>Young history and architecture buffs may appreciate the detailed information presented.--Publishers Weekly (02/02/2004)<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><p> <b>Elizabeth Mann</b> has written nine Wonders of the World books, an award-winning series. She is former teacher in New York, holds an M.S.E. and is cofounder of Mikaya Press. </p><p> <b>Alan Witschonke</b> is the illustrator of four Wonders of the World books: <i>The Brooklyn Bridge</i>, <i>Empire State Building</i>, <i>The Great Wall</i> and <i>Hoover Dam</i>. </p>
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