buildings

Offers a brief overview of the history of the Eiffel Tower, discussing its design in 1887 by Gustave Eiffel, creation, three levels, unique features, and place in French culture.

Provides a history of Washington, D.C., focusing on the National Mall, its monuments and surrounding buildings.

Describes the planning and building of what was once the world's tallest building and examines how it fit into the growth of New York City.

Discusses the construction and different uses of buildings.

An overview of how challenges to design and construction have been overcome throughout history to make it possible to build structures that can stand up to natural forces.

A collection of essays, personal accounts, historical fiction, and poetry that traces the history of the White House through the eyes of the children who have lived and visited there.

An illustrated account of the construction, history, and demolition of New York City's Pennsylvania Station.

Provides the reader with glimpses inside twenty-one famous buildings from around the world.