Why buildings stand up : the strength of architecture /
A clear and enthusiastic introduction to building methods from ancient times to the present day, including recent advances in science and technology that have had important effects on the planning and construction of buildings.
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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New York ; London :
W.W. Norton,
2002.
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| Summary: | A clear and enthusiastic introduction to building methods from ancient times to the present day, including recent advances in science and technology that have had important effects on the planning and construction of buildings. |
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| Item Description: | Includes index. |
| Physical Description: | 323 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm. |
| ISBN: | 0393306763 9780393306767 |