This lively and engaging volume in Prestelâs successful âChildren Should Knowâ series opens a door into the fascinating world of architecture. Buildings of every shape and size, and from all corners of the world, populate this colorful and beautifully produced book that introduces children to historyâs most iconic architectural feats and the people behind them. In lively illustrated spreads, young readers will learn how Christopher Wren reconstructed an 11th-century cathedral after Londonâs great fire of 1666 to become the St Paulâs Cathedral that we know today, and how its dome survived the Blitz. They will find out how Thomas Jefferson, in building his plantation, Monticello, created a new architecture for a new nation. They will be introduced to the genius of Frank Lloyd Wright, Le Corbusier, Mies van der Rohe, and Zaha Hadid and can examine in detail the wonders of the Eiffel Tower, the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain, and Romeâs most beautiful museum. The book proceeds chronologically, accompanied by a timeline to offer helpful historical context. Each architectâs entry includes a concise biography, illustrations of major works, and lively texts that speak directly to young readers. Additional information about the buildings pictured, suggestions for further reading, and online resources will satisfy the most curious minds.
Categories:
- Children's Books
- Geography & Cultures
- Explore the World
- Geography & Cultures
Publisher : Prestel Junior
Author : Heine, Florian
Language : English
Edition : Illustrated
Published :2014-09-12
Number Of Pages : 48
Binding : Hardcover
ISBN-10 : 3791371843
ISBN-13 : 9783791371849
Item weight : 1.32 lb
Dimensions : 0.5 in x 9.69 in x 11.18 in
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