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SkyscraperSkyscraper

Skyscraper1989

Karl Sabbagh

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Skyscraper provides an intriguing "through-the-fence" look at the creation of a real skyscraper, Worldwide Plaza in New York City. Covering every aspect of the process, this fascinating book demonstrates the intricate interplay of science and technology, art and craftsmanship, finance and politics that results in a skyscraper. 16 pages of full-color photography.

Details

First published
1989
OL Work ID
OL2969299W

Subjects

Design and constructionJuvenile literatureSkyscrapersWorldwide Plaza (New York, N.Y.)WolkenkrabbersBouwkundeConception et constructionGratte-cielWolkekrabbersBauablaufHochhausConstrucao civilArchitecture, designs and plansBuildings, structures

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