Great Modern Structures: 100 Years of Engineering Genius

By Will Jones and David Littlefield

Book Overview

People still speak of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, but todays architectural and engineering marvels put them to shame. This new edition of Great Modern Structures profiles over 60 spectacular structures built over the last 100 years. From Dubais Burg Khalifa--the worlds tallest tower--to the Millau Viaduct Bridge in France, supported by concrete columns taller than the Eiffel Tower, this technically detailed, beautifully illustrated guide celebrates human ingenuity and daring.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1780970013
• ISBN13: 9781780970011
• Release Date: August 2012
• Publisher: Carlton Books
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 3.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.5" x 1.3" x 9.3"