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Building: 3,000 Years Of Design, Engineering And Construction
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From Egypt and Classical Greece and Rome through the building booms of the Gothic era and the Renaissance, and from the Industrial Revolution to the present era of digital modeling, Building: 3,000 Years of Design, Engineering, and Construction, charts centuries of innovations in engineering and building construction. This comprehensive and heavily illustrated volume, aimed at students and young professionals as well as general readers, explores the materials, classic texts, instruments, and theories that have propelled modern engineering, and the famous and notsofamous buildings designed through the ages, from the Parthenon to Chartres Cathedral and the dome of St. Peter's, from eighteenthcentury silk mills in England to the Crystal Palace, and on to the first Chicago highrises, the Sydney Opera House, and the latest 'green' skyscrapers.The book concentrates on developments since the industrial and scientific revolutions of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Incorporated within the continuous narrative are sidebars with short biographies of eminent engineers, excerpts from classic texts, stories of individual projects of major importance, and brief histories of key concepts such as calculus. Also included are extensive reference materials: appendices, a glossary, bibliography, and index.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Building: 3,000 Years of Design, Engineering and Construction'? A: The book charts centuries of innovations in engineering and building construction, covering historical periods from ancient Egypt and Greece to modern digital modeling.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Building: 3,000 Years of Design, Engineering and Construction' is Bill Addis.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a professional appearance.
- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: The book contains 640 pages, offering a comprehensive exploration of its subject matter.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in engineering? A: Yes, the book is aimed at students, young professionals, and general readers, making it suitable for those new to engineering concepts.
- Q: What additional materials are included in the book? A: The book includes appendices, a glossary, bibliography, and an index, providing extensive reference materials for readers.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on March 19, 2007.
- Q: Does the book feature illustrations? A: Yes, 'Building: 3,000 Years of Design, Engineering and Construction' is heavily illustrated, enhancing the understanding of engineering and architecture.
- Q: What kind of side content can I expect in the book? A: The book includes sidebars with short biographies of eminent engineers, excerpts from classic texts, and stories of major projects.
- Q: Is there a return policy for this book? A: Yes, the book comes with a no-quibbles return policy, ensuring customer satisfaction.