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Why Buildings Stand Up: The Strength of Architecture (Paperback)

by Mario Salvadori (Author) "Compared to other human activities, architecture is a young art that had its beginnings only 10,000 years ago when men and women, having discovered agriculture..." (more)
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Between a nomad's tent and the Sears Tower lies a revolution in technology, materials, and structures. Here is a clear and enthusiastic introduction to building methods from ancient times to the present day. B/W line drawings.
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  • Paperback: 328 pages
  • Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company (February 18, 2002)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0393306763
  • ISBN-13: 978-0393306767
  • Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
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