Skyscrapers

Skyscrapers by Judith Dupre. Published by Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers, NY, 1996. 1st Edition 5th Printing. Hardbound w/Paper DJ. Elephant Folio. Condition: Nr Fine in Chipped DJ. ISBN 1884822452. LCCN 96-5448. A history of the world's most famous and important skyscrapers. Introductory interview with Philip Johnson. From the ancient Lighthouse at Alexandria to the Leaning Tower of Pisa, from the Empire State Building to the 450-meter Petronas Towers in Malaysia, a comprehensive history of humankind's continuing urge to build ever higher. Fascinating and entertaining text and magnificent, towering, full-page photographs of 50 of the world's most innovative, stunning, and lofty skyscrapers. Facts at a glance for each building, with visual comparisons of relative heights. Features informative spreads on the technical developments of elevators, steel, glass, and other building materials, the growth of cities, and towers around the world. Unique 7.5x18in format. 128 Pgs. Description text copyright 2009 www.BooksForComfort.com. Item ID 20632.