seven wonders of the world

Describes the Great Pyramid of Egypt, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, and the other ancient structures known as the Seven Wonders of the World.

Describes the construction of each of the Seven Wonders of the World and relates them to similar structures in ancient and modern times.

Describes seven monuments of civilization which were named by the ancient Greek scholars and known as the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World; profiles seven wonders which were established in 2007, such as Machu Picchu and the Great Wall of China; and includes twenty projects.

"An introduction to the wonders of the world, both natural and those created by human beings. Features include fact boxes, maps, photographs, drawings, a glossary, and a list of recommended books and websites"--Provided by publisher.

Describes the construction and unique qualities of the seven wonders of the modern world--the Panama Canal, the North Sea Protection Works, the Empire State Building, the Golden Gate Bridge, the CN Tower, the Itaipu Dam, and the Channel Tunnel--and recommends Web sites on each.

Features seven wonders of the Middle Ages including the Krak des Chevaliers in Syria, the Alhambra citadel in southern Spain, and the Aztec city of Tenochtitl?n.

Introduces readers to some of the most awe-inspiring, man-made creations in the world including the Great Wall of China, Stonehenge, the pyramids and Great Sphinx of Egypt, and Mount Rushmore.

In 80 A.D., ten-year-old Roman sleuth Flavia and her friends sail from Corinth to Rhodes to try to stop a mysterious man who is kidnapping children and selling them into slavery.