Monday 2 September 2019
"Discovering Architecture" by Eduard Altarriba and Berta Bardi I Mila (Button Books)
But with "Discovering Architecture" by Eduard Altarriba and Berta Bardi I Mila, you'll learn how the first human settlers began to move out of their caves and treetop habitats, and began constructing their own first free-standing structures.
But who built the first houses?
What's the difference between an arch and an architrave?
How does a dome stay up?
Who invented concrete? Can you build a house from paper?
This entertaining illustrated guide is a perfect introduction to architecture around the world for kids who love thinking about buildings as much as we do.
From the mud huts of ancient history to today's towering edifices, you can explore iconic buildings and find out more about the people who created them. You'll also discover the development of different building materials, from mud and straw to paper, steel and reinforced concrete.
Sum this book up in a sentence: Fascinating stuff from a hugely talented team with simple but effective descriptions, and gorgeous cutaway illustrations to show the inner workings of buildings and how they stand tall century after century.
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