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Mann, Elizabeth

Empire State Building

48 pp. | Mikaya | December, 2003 | Trade ISBN 1-931414-06-8 $$19.95
(3) 4-6 Wonders of the World series. Illustrated by Alan Witschonke. The Empire State Building, which opened in 1931, was the culmination of New York's great skyscraper boom and remained the world's tallest building until 1972. The concisely written text follows the design and construction of the building and explores its early social significance. The book is illustrated with archival photos, color art, and a handsome three-page foldout of the completed structure. Bib., glos., ind.
Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta

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