Hundreds of carefully researched line drawings illustrate the development of Manhattan's architecture and infrastructure--its early houses and super skyscrapers, its subways and waterlines, telephone and electrical cables, and bridges
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Anbieter: BooksRun, Philadelphia, PA, USA
Paperback. Zustand: Fair. Reprint. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way. Artikel-Nr. 0060916036-7-1
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Anbieter: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, USA
Paperback. Zustand: Fair. Meticulously accurate line drawings and fascinating text trace Manhattan's growth from a tiny Dutch outpost to the commercial, financial, and cultural heart of the world. This book explains construction above and below ground, including theexcavation of subwaylines and the buildingof bridges and skyscrapers. Hundreds of illustrations reveal intricate details of construction techniques.Author and illustrator Donald A. Mackay traces Manhattan's history from its first wood, stone, and brick houses to its famous modern structures, including the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, and the World Trade Center. Along with historical background, he presents clear explanations and illustrations of the skilled labor and methods behind the island's tunnels, bridges, and train lines. Mackay describes who does what at a construction site, the assembly of a tower crane, and the construction of skyscrapers, from the foundations to the floor-by-floor elevations, along with other amazing procedures that are all part of a day's work in building the big city.A selection of the Common Core State Standards Initiative. Artikel-Nr. 00101101088
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Anbieter: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, USA
Zustand: Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Artikel-Nr. L03C-03273
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Anbieter: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, USA
Zustand: Very Good. Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Artikel-Nr. V07Q-00488
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Anbieter: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, USA
Zustand: Good. Reprint. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Artikel-Nr. 227232-75
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Anbieter: True Oak Books, Highland, NY, USA
Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. First Edition Thus; First Printing. 150 pages; B&W illustrations. Minor rubbing to the covers. Very Good condition otherwise. No other noteworthy defects. No markings. ; - We offer free returns for any reason and respond promptly to all inquiries. Your order will be packaged with care and ship on the same or next business day. Buy with confidence. Artikel-Nr. HVD-50304-OS-0
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Anbieter: Between the Covers-Rare Books, Inc. ABAA, Gloucester City, NJ, USA
Softcover. Zustand: Near Fine. First edition. Near fine in pictorial wrappers. Artikel-Nr. 302547
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Anbieter: Le-Livre, SABLONS, Frankreich
Couverture souple. Zustand: bon. RO80270045: 1987. In-4. Broché. Bon état, Couv. convenable, Dos satisfaisant, Intérieur frais. VIII + 150 pages - livre en anglais - nombreux dessins en noir et blanc dans le texte. . . . Classification Dewey : 420-Langue anglaise. Anglo-saxon. Artikel-Nr. RO80270045
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