buildings

Photographs, drawings, and text combine to provide information about the White House, showing how it has changed over the years, discussing the families who have lived there, and looking at some of the events that have taken place at the presidential home.

Full-color photographs, maps, timeline, and sidebars describe the Parthenon of Greece, built under the leadership of Pericles between 447 and 432 B.C.

Traces the history of Independence Hall, the Philadelphia landmark that played a role in the American Revolution, and discusses its significance to the people of the United States.

Provides descriptions of over 750 landmarks and sixty-eight historic districts in all five boroughs of New York City, explaining what they are, where they are, and how to find them; and includes a row house architectural style guide, maps, and an index.

Chronicles the building of the world famous skyscraper, describes its occupants, and explores its popularity in films.

Focuses on the construction and design while also relating the history of England's Houses of Parliament.

A history of the White House, discussing how the site was chosen, the design and plan of the building, its destruction in the War of 1812 and subsequent rebuilding, and providing a tour of the rooms in the mansion, looking at the renovations that have taken place over the years.

Describes the history of the Empire State Building, emphasizing basic architecture, engineering, and mechanical procedures of construction.

A chronicle of the White House from the time of its inception in President George Washington's administration to its place in American history today.

Discusses the history and construction of the massive World Trade Center, daily operations, the tragic events of September 11, 2001 and the process of rebuilding it.