Cathedral: The Story of Its Construction
ISBN: 9780395316689 / Angielski / Miękka / 80 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Readers worldwide recognize Caldecott Medal winner David Macaulay's imaginary Cathedral of Chutreaux. This critically acclaimed book has been translated into a dozen languages and remains a classic of children's literature and a touchstone for budding architects. Cathedral's numerous awards include a prestigious Caldecott Honor and designation as a New York Times Best Illustrated Book of the Year for Macaulay's intricate pen-and-ink illustrations. Journey back to centuries long ago and visit the fictional people of twelfth-, thirteenth-, and fourteenth-century Europe whose... Readers worldwide recognize Caldecott Medal winner David Macaulay's imaginary Cathedral of Chutreaux. This critically acclaimed book has been trans... |
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56,06 zł |
Pyramid
ISBN: 9780395321218 / Angielski / Miękka / 80 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. "David Macaulay's brilliant Pyramid shows, detail by detail, how the great pharaohs' burial places were conceived and constructed. . . . His draftsmanship is unexcelled, and his book is pharaonic in opulence and design".--Time.
"David Macaulay's brilliant Pyramid shows, detail by detail, how the great pharaohs' burial places were conceived and constructed. . . . His draftsman...
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56,06 zł |
City: A Story of Roman Planning and Construction
ISBN: 9780395349229 / Angielski / Miękka / 112 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Superb design, magnificent illustrations, and clearly presented information distinguish all of David Macaulay's books. Whether chronicling the monumental achievements of past civilizations or satirizing modern architecture, he is concerned above all in how constructions are made and what their effects are on people and their lives.
Superb design, magnificent illustrations, and clearly presented information distinguish all of David Macaulay's books. Whether chronicling the monumen...
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64,69 zł |
Empire State Building: When New York Reached for the Skies
ISBN: 9781931414081 / Angielski / Miękka / 48 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. From start to finish, Mann tracks the wonders of architecture, engineering, and construction that went into the creation of the tallest building in the world for the time. Fascinating profiles describe the individuals who dreamed of and built this architectural marvel. Archival photographs recreate the heady world of the steelworkers out on the girders, high above the city streets. Wonders of the World series The winner of numerous awards, this series is renowned for Elizabeth Mann's ability to convey adventure and excitement while revealing technical... From start to finish, Mann tracks the wonders of architecture, engineering, and construction that went into the creation of the tallest building i... |
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37,43 zł |
Building America : Then and Now Set
ISBN: 9781604136012 / Angielski / Twarda Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Features some of the most famous and important construction projects that created United States. This book invites readers to compare the costs, building practices, and materials of various construction projects that shape the American landscape.
Features some of the most famous and important construction projects that created United States. This book invites readers to compare the costs, build...
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1497,45 zł |
Modern Wonders
ISBN: 9780765681249 / Angielski / Twarda / 112 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A practical, comprehensive, and multidisciplinary guide that blends an informal, workshop style with solid theory and practice. It is suitable for those conducting case research in business or the social sciences - whether experienced or novice. It also includes skills for writing both teaching cases and research cases.
A practical, comprehensive, and multidisciplinary guide that blends an informal, workshop style with solid theory and practice. It is suitable for tho...
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537,31 zł |
Built to Last
ISBN: 9780547342405 / Angielski / Twarda / 272 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This new book--inspired by three classic, award-winning books--reveals the how and why behind some of the most fascinating and enduring structures humankind has ever created. Macaulay has revised texts based on new research, created gorgeous new drawings, in some cases wholly re-imagined scenes from the books--bringing Castle and Cathedral to life in full-color for the very first time. The resulting illustrations add to the reader's understanding of these buildings, capturing intriguing new perspectives and a depth of detail in structure and atmosphere.
This impeccably researched volume is... This new book--inspired by three classic, award-winning books--reveals the how and why behind some of the most fascinating and enduring structures hum...
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116,48 zł |
Skywalkers: Mohawk Ironworkers Build the City
ISBN: 9781596431621 / Angielski / Twarda / 128 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Skyscrapers define the American city. Through a narrative text and gorgeous historical photographs David Weitzman explores Native American history and the evolution of structural engineering and architecture, illuminating the Mohawk ironworkers who risked their lives to build our cities and their lasting impact on our urban landscape. Skyscrapers define the American city. Through a narrative text and gorgeous historical photographs David Weitzman explores Native American history ... |
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107,85 zł |
If You Lived Here: Houses of the World
ISBN: 9780547238920 / Angielski / Twarda / 32 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Step into unique homes from around the world and discover the many fascinating ways in which people live and have lived.If you lived in the mountains of southern Spain, your bedroom might be carved out of a mountain. If you lived in a village in South Africa, the outside of your house might tell the story of your family. And if you lived in a floating green house in the Netherlands, you could rotate your house to watch both the sunrise and sunset.
With intricate bas-relief collages, Giles Laroche uncovers the reason why each home was constructed the way in which it was, then lets us... Step into unique homes from around the world and discover the many fascinating ways in which people live and have lived.If you lived in the mounta...
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81,95 zł |
Look at That Building!: A First Book of Structures
ISBN: 9781554536962 / Angielski / Twarda / 32 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. An engaging introduction to buildings, with a deft mix of nonfiction and fiction elements.
An engaging introduction to buildings, with a deft mix of nonfiction and fiction elements.
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86,27 zł |
Megastructures: Tallest, Longest, Biggest, Deepest
ISBN: 9781770851115 / Angielski / Twarda / 128 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. An in-depth look at the world's mightiest structures. Stunning foldout pages, panels, diagrams, photographs and "Mega Facts" boxes make this book a stimulating read for all ages. Megastructures describes how and why these structures were designed and built. It explains the physics behind the designs, which allows buildings, dams or bridges to rise to incredible heights, withstand enormous pressures, and resist collapse from environmental forces. The book is organized into four sections. Towering Giants: skyscrapers, towers, monuments,... An in-depth look at the world's mightiest structures. Stunning foldout pages, panels, diagrams, photographs and "Mega Facts"... |
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86,09 zł |
Dreaming Up: A Celebration of Building
ISBN: 9781600606519 / Angielski / Twarda / 40 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A collection of illustrations, concrete poetry, and photographs that shows how young children's constructions, created as they play, are reflected in notable works of architecture from around the world.
A collection of illustrations, concrete poetry, and photographs that shows how young children's constructions, created as they play, are reflected in ...
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90,41 zł |
Liberty Rising: The Story of the Statue of Liberty
ISBN: 9781250027207 / Angielski / Miękka / 44 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Liberty should shine here on this island, Bartholdi decided, where she can welcome all to America. The story behind Liberty's construction and the visionaries who made it happen Liberty Rising The Statue of Liberty stands as a powerful symbol of freedom to all. But what is her story? How did she come to be? From conception to construction, each element of the Statue of Liberty has a fascinating story of its own: a face bearing the likeness of the creator's mother; a hand and a torch traveling alone to America; seventy train cars packed with pieces. Pegi... Liberty should shine here on this island, Bartholdi decided, where she can welcome all to America. The story behind Liberty's const... |
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47,43 zł |
Castle
ISBN: 9780544102262 / Angielski / Twarda / 80 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. To his many fans, David Macaulay is nothing less than America's Explainer-in-Chief. Providence Journal
In this first-ever standalone full-color edition, Castle is lavishly reborn in digitally finished drawings rendered with felt-tip markers and colored pencils. Factual and artistic details shine in light of newly researched information. With characteristic zest and wit, David Macaulayretraces theplanning and construction of Lord Kevin s fictional castle. Architecture enthusiasts of all ages will marvel at the staggering possibilities of human imagination and ingenuity."
To his many fans, David Macaulay is nothing less than America's Explainer-in-Chief. Providence Journal
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94,90 zł |
Architecture According to Pigeons
ISBN: 9780714863894 / Angielski / Twarda / 64 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. "
Hello, I am Speck. Come along, come along Architecture According to Pigeons is a fun, lively introduction for children to world's most beautiful buildings. In this delightful book, Speck Lee Tailfeather reveals that he and his fellow pigeons are in fact great aficionados of architecture. Speck delivers his account of a journey around the globe, offering a "bird's eye view" of the Colosseum, the Taj Mahal, Golden Gate Bridge, the Sydney Opera House, the Eiffel Tower, Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater, and dozens of other buildings to delight children and parents alike. ""
Hello, I am Speck. Come along, come along Architecture According to Pigeons is a fun, lively introduction for children to world's mo... |
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69,75 zł |
See Inside Famous Buildings
ISBN: 9780746097755 / Angielski / Twarda / 16 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Discover and explore some of the world's most famous buildings. Looking at famous buildings from across the ages, each illustration opens up to reveal the building's interior as well as fascinating facts. Buildings include the Empire State Building, Versailles Palace and the Blue Mosque.
Discover and explore some of the world's most famous buildings. Looking at famous buildings from across the ages, each illustration opens up to reveal...
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56,87 zł |
Paris: Panorama Pops
ISBN: 9781406337273 / Angielski / Twarda / 30 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A memento that features twelve of Paris' most famous sites: the Eiffel Tower, Les Invalides, Notre-Dame de Paris, the Louvre, the Tuileries Gardens, Musee d'Orsay, Pompidou Centre, Pere Lachaise, Sacre-Coeur Basilica, Moulin Rouge, the Arc de Triomphe and Opera.
A memento that features twelve of Paris' most famous sites: the Eiffel Tower, Les Invalides, Notre-Dame de Paris, the Louvre, the Tuileries Gardens, M...
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37,65 zł |
13 Buildings Children Should Know
ISBN: 9783791341712 / Angielski / Twarda / 48 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The world's most iconic buildings are made accessible and exciting for young readers in this colorful introduction to architecture that changed the world.
Children's fascination with buildings is a natural outgrowth of their curiosity about anything strange or huge or complex. This unique book brings together thirteen architectural wonders that have intrigued children for years. Through activities such as games, quizzes, drawings and other activities, it teaches them the history behind each of the buildings, and presents fascinating facts about the design, historical use, and construction... The world's most iconic buildings are made accessible and exciting for young readers in this colorful introduction to architecture that changed the wo...
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56,87 zł |
From Mud Huts to Skyscrapers
ISBN: 9783791371139 / Angielski / Twarda / 64 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Children will be utterly absorbed by this journey through the history of architecture, from the earliest mud huts to today's soaring towers. Chronologically arranged, this large-format book gives each iconic building its own double-page spread featuring an exquisite watercolor illustration and clearly written descriptions, facts, and features. These vibrantly detailed pages are filled with people, animals, and other objects that help bring the buildings to life. A detailed appendix includes a timeline, a world map that points out where each building can be found, and an extensive glossary....
Children will be utterly absorbed by this journey through the history of architecture, from the earliest mud huts to today's soaring towers. Chronolog...
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80,75 zł |
The Story of Buildings: From the Pyramids to the Sydney Opera House and Beyond
ISBN: 9780763669904 / Angielski / Twarda / 95 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Aspiring architects will be in their element Explore this illustrated narrative history of buildings for young readers, an amazing construction in itself.
We spend most of our lives in buildings. We make our homes in them. We go to school in them. We work in them. But why and how did people start making buildings? How did they learn to make them stronger, bigger, and more comfortable? Why did they start to decorate them in different ways? From the pyramid erected so that an Egyptian pharaoh would last forever to the dramatic, machine-like Pompidou Center designed by two young architects,... Aspiring architects will be in their element Explore this illustrated narrative history of buildings for young readers, an amazing construction in it...
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94,90 zł |