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| 1.Walt Disney's Legends of Imagineering and the Genesis of the Disney Theme Park by: Jeff Kurtti August 26, 2008 |
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| i was talking to my friend a disney imaginner and he sent me a copy of the book and its pretty cool |
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| 2.City: A Story of Roman Planning and Construction by: David Macaulay October 24, 1983 |
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| A book, for children and adults, shows us how a Roman city was built, from the ground up. First they make a plan, deciding on how many people will live in the city, where the forums will go, the roads, the walls, the markets, theater, amphitheater and temples. They bring the stone to make the walls and aqueducts. We see how people live in the city, as the book explores the homes, businesses, public spaces and sewer system. We get to see the final, complete, form of the city, full of busy streets, ... Read More: |
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| 3.Cathedral: The Story of Its Construction (Sandpiper) by: David Macaulay October 26, 1981 |
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| This first book in David Macaulay's series of well illustrated descriptions of how things in history were built explains the construction of a thirteenth-century Gothic cathedral. In 1252, the people of Chutreaux, France, wished to erect a new cathedral to express thanks for peace, the end of the plague, good weather, plenty of food to eat, and successful business for the city's merchants, after the old one was struck by lightning and damaged. Both the cathedral and people of Chutreaux are imaginary, but ... Read More: |
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| 4.Pyramid by: David Macaulay April 26, 1982 |
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| Most everyone is fascinated with the Pyramids of ancient Egypt. The third in David Macaulay's series of books of how things in history were built uses both interesting text and black-and-white illustrations to tell about the process of building an ancient Egyptian pyramid. After explaining a little generally about life and death in ancient Egypt, the author takes us back to 2470 B. C. for the coronation of a new Pharaoh. Within two years, he must begin preparing for the end of his life and instructs his architect and ... Read More: |
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| 5.Castle by: David Macaulay October 25, 1982 |
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| This is the fourth book in David Macaulay's series of how things in history were built. In both text and detailed drawings, the author describes the planning and construction of a typical castle and adjoining town in thirteenth-century Wales. In 1283, Kevin le Strange was named Lord of Aberwyvern in Wales by King Edward I of England. While Lord Kevin's castle is imaginary, its concept, structural process, and physical appearance are all based on several castles that were built to aid in the English conquest of Wales between ... Read More: |
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| 6.The Art of Construction: Projects and Principles for Beginning Engineers & Architects (A Ziggurat Book) by: Mario Salvadori March 01, 2000 |
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| I receipt the book very quikly and in excelent conditios of use, as a new book. |
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| 7.Draw 50 Buildings and Other Structures: The Step-by-Step Way to Draw Castles and Cathedrals, Skyscrapers and Bridges, and So Much More... (Draw 50) by: Lee J. Ames May 01, 1991 |
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| Great book. A step by step approach to drawing buildings all over the world. This drawing method has proven successful for children and adults alike. |
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| 8.Castle: Medieval Days and Knights (A Sabuda & Reinhart Pop-up Book) by: Kyle Olmon August 01, 2006 |
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| I ordered 7 of this pop-up books. One for my six year old and the others all served as great presents for his friends. I like to see the boys' expression when they opened the book and gave off a big "wow".
This book comes up with brilliant ideas, and is well crafted. It is both interesting and instructive. Thanks Amazon for this perfect product in a good price. |
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| 9.I Am An Artist by: Pat Lowery Collins March 01, 1994 |
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| Excellent book to use when describing observational skills of an artist. Which is all of us. |
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| 10.Bridges: Amazing Structures to Design, Build & Test (Kaleidoscope Kids) by: Carol A. Johmann, Elizabeth Rieth 1999-10 |
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| Superior instructions for children of all ages. Specific building instructions for all types of bridges and many challenges. |
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