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96 pp.
| ReferencePoint
| October, 2013
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LibraryISBN 978-1-60152-536-9$28.95
(3)
YA
History's Great Structures series.
In these volumes, ancient architectural wonders are detailed, from the background behind their construction to how they were used to their subsequent decline and eventual conservation and restoration. Illustrations, modern photographs, maps, diagrams, sidebars, and definitions supplement the rich, detailed, but still easy-to-read text. Numerous quotations from primary and secondary sources add academic weight. Reading list, timeline, websites. Ind. Review covers these History's Great Structures titles: The Medieval Castle, The Parthenon of Ancient Greece, and The Roman Colosseum.
96 pp.
| ReferencePoint
| August, 2013
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-60152-534-5$28.95
(3)
YA
History's Great Structures series.
From its earliest incarnations to modern symbolism, the Wall is explored as a military fortification and cultural icon. Illustrations, modern and archaeological photographs, maps, diagrams, sidebars, and definitions supplement the rich, detailed but still easy-to-read text. Numerous quotations from primary and secondary sources add academic weight. Reading list, timeline, websites. Ind.
96 pp.
| ReferencePoint
| October, 2013
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-60152-538-3$28.95
(3)
YA
History's Great Structures series.
In these volumes, ancient architectural wonders are detailed, from the background behind their construction to how they were used to their subsequent decline and eventual conservation and restoration. Illustrations, modern photographs, maps, diagrams, sidebars, and definitions supplement the rich, detailed, but still easy-to-read text. Numerous quotations from primary and secondary sources add academic weight. Reading list, timeline, websites. Ind. Review covers these History's Great Structures titles: The Medieval Castle, The Parthenon of Ancient Greece, and The Roman Colosseum.
96 pp.
| ReferencePoint
| August, 2013
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-60152-542-0$28.95
(3)
YA
History's Great Structures series.
These volumes focus on iconic structures in Europe. From background information about construction to contemporary use and modern updates, the history and significance of these architectural wonders is explored. Illustrations, modern and archival photographs, maps, diagrams, sidebars, and definitions supplement the rich, detailed, but still easy-to-read text. Numerous quotations from primary and secondary sources add academic weight. Reading list, timeline, websites. Ind. Review covers these History's Great Structures titles: Shakespeare's Globe Theater and The Eiffel Tower.
96 pp.
| ReferencePoint
| October, 2013
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-60152-544-4$28.95
(3)
YA
History's Great Structures series.
In this volume, the history of the iconic Twin Towers complex, from birth to destruction to resurgence is explored from various angles including economic impact, architectural significance, and cultural relevance. Modern and archival photographs, maps, diagrams, sidebars, and definitions supplement the rich, detailed, but still easy-to-read text. Numerous quotations from primary and secondary sources add academic weight. Reading list, timeline, websites. Ind.
96 pp.
| ReferencePoint
| October, 2013
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-60152-532-1$28.95
(3)
YA
History's Great Structures series.
These volumes focus on iconic structures in Europe. From background information about construction to contemporary use and modern updates, the history and significance of these architectural wonders is explored. Illustrations, modern and archival photographs, maps, diagrams, sidebars, and definitions supplement the rich, detailed, but still easy-to-read text. Numerous quotations from primary and secondary sources add academic weight. Reading list, timeline, websites. Ind. Review covers these History's Great Structures titles: Shakespeare's Globe Theater and The Eiffel Tower.
96 pp.
| ReferencePoint
| October, 2013
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-60152-540-6$28.95
(3)
YA
History's Great Structures series.
In these volumes, ancient architectural wonders are detailed, from the background behind their construction to how they were used to their subsequent decline and eventual conservation and restoration. Illustrations, modern photographs, maps, diagrams, sidebars, and definitions supplement the rich, detailed, but still easy-to-read text. Numerous quotations from primary and secondary sources add academic weight. Reading list, timeline, websites. Ind. Review covers these History's Great Structures titles: The Medieval Castle, The Parthenon of Ancient Greece, and The Roman Colosseum.