Why Buildings Stand Up

Why Buildings Stand Up
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Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Total Pages : 326
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ISBN-10 : 0393306763
ISBN-13 : 9780393306767
Rating : 4/5 (767 Downloads)

Book Synopsis Why Buildings Stand Up by : Mario Salvadori

Download or read book Why Buildings Stand Up written by Mario Salvadori and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 1990 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here is a clear and enthusiastic introduction to building methods from ancient time to the present day, illustrated throughout with line drawings. In addition, Mr. Salvadori discusses recent advances in science and technology that have had important effects on the planning and construction of buildings.


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