Author(s): Sonya Newland

Junior Nonfiction

Find out more about some of the world's tallest buildings, from early skyscrapers such as the Flatiron Building to the megatall Burj Khalifa. Learn about building methods and materials. Explore the ingenious ways that architects and engineers overcame problems such as wind, weight, and earthquakes to create these extraordinary structures. Discover the exceptional engineering behind some of the most extraordinary structures in the world. This fascinating series uncovers the stories behind these incredible constructions and the details of how, where, when, and why they were built. The building process is brought to life with easy-to-follow text, diagrams, and fun DIY projects. Book jacket.