Books

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Title Authors Description OpenBook ID
Stupendous sports stadiums Stupendous sports stadiums Michael Sandler Describes the most stupendous sports stadiums in the world and compares their various features. OL16652064W
Crazy buildings Crazy buildings Michael J. Rosen Learn about the many loopy landmarks that wild builders have put together such as a dog-shaped bed-and-breakfast, a house built like a shoe, and two towers that look like they're dancing. OL17887510W
If I had a hammer If I had a hammer David Rubel For a quarter-century in over ninety countries, Habitat for Humanity has built homes with and for the people who need them, aided by more than a million multigenerational volunteers. Two of the most … OL18578102W
Home Home Kate Petty Simple text and photographs introduce the homes and family life of children from all over the world including China, Romania, Uganda and many more. Suggested level: junior, primary. OL24437061W
What can she be? An architect What can she be? An architect Gloria Goldreich Introduces the various aspects of a career in architecture through a description of a woman architect's projects and daily work. OL3290401W
Engineering the Taj Mahal Engineering the Taj Mahal Laura K. Murray "The Taj Mahal, a majestic mausoleum in India, continues to amaze visitors with its beauty nearly 400 years after its construction. Engineering the Taj Mahal discusses the emperor behind the famous s… OL34304307W
Change your room Change your room Jane Bull Presents ideas and techniques to help create a personal space that reflects one's own style. OL51540W
Looking at architecture Looking at architecture Roberta M. Paine An introduction to architecture which examines some of the great buildings of the world, from the Egyptian pyramids to modern skyscrapers. OL7204083W