Why Buildings Stand Up: The Strength of Architecture: Strength of Architecture from the Pyramids to the Skyscraper
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"Readers will rejoice...in the physical discoveries, ancient and modern, that create and govern the artifacts inside of which readers spend most of their natural lives." The New York Times Between a nomad's tent and the Sears Tower lies a revolution in technology, materials, and structures. Here is a clear and enthusiastic introduction to buildings 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: improved materials (steel, concrete, plastics), progress in antiseismic designs, and the revolutionary changes in both architectural and structural design made possible by the computer. Review: Looked interesting and had good reviews so thought I would give it a read - Studying Civil Engineering at University and this was on one of the extra reading lists. Looked interesting and had good reviews so thought I would give it a read. Wasn't disappointed. Very informative but also interesting. Was quite an enjoyable read considering it is degree related. Goes very well with the other book Why Buildings Fall Down. I read them both. Review: Well written and engaging book - The author engages the reader from the outset - not too wordy for the layman and still interesting for a lifetime construction manager like myself - a good book to have on the shelf.
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| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 195 Reviews |
L**B
Looked interesting and had good reviews so thought I would give it a read
Studying Civil Engineering at University and this was on one of the extra reading lists. Looked interesting and had good reviews so thought I would give it a read. Wasn't disappointed. Very informative but also interesting. Was quite an enjoyable read considering it is degree related. Goes very well with the other book Why Buildings Fall Down. I read them both.
A**K
Well written and engaging book
The author engages the reader from the outset - not too wordy for the layman and still interesting for a lifetime construction manager like myself - a good book to have on the shelf.
P**K
Great book
Really interesting book, and entertaining to read. I'm learning a lot about architecture from it. I highly recommend this book.
A**S
Five Stars
wonderful book
F**1
Five Stars
good book.
A**A
Why Buildings Stand Up: Strength of Architecture from the Pyramids to the... Mario Salvadori
Why Buildings Stand Up: Strength of Architecture from the Pyramids to the... Mario Salvadori Good, as expected
A**W
Good Price
Best price at the time for my son who is interested in Civil Engineering.
A**T
Five Stars
Great
A**N
Interesting Book
My architecture teacher suggested it, there is also Japanese translate. I think it is an interesting book for people who likes architecture&construction.
D**O
Great author & teacher!
I like the explanations of what actually happened!
I**S
Great Intro to Structures
As a structures primer, there is no better read. Why Buildings Stand Up covers the breadth of historical presidents intermingled with well presented, clearly written structural techniques. Certainly not an exhaustive textbook, it does however generate momentum for further study and will definitely lay a solid foundation of structural understanding. An absolute essential for young architects and a great read for anyone interested in some construction fundamentals. If you're more interested in the "what went wrong" kind of structural failure documentary as opposed to this more technical piece, see Why Buildings Fall Down also by Salvadori.
N**0
Llegó muy maltratado.
Tardo mucho en llegar y llegó muy maltratado
A**R
Five Stars
Product was exactly as described, and very cheap.
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