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OverviewThe definitive book about One World Trade Center--the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere--by the author of the iconic and bestselling Skyscrapers.In hundreds of photographs, drawings, and plans--most never seen by the public--Judith Dupre chronicles the rise of America's most exciting and emotionally charged new skyscraper. One World Trade Center showcases the building's groundbreaking design and engineering, from the initial excavation to the final placement of the spire. Capturing the hope, resiliency, and pride of those who built it, the book is rich with in-depth explorations of the innovations, including a 360 degree view from the One World Observatory. This book is a must-have for all those invested in rebuilding Ground Zero or celebrating American architecture and ingenuity. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Judith Dupre , Judith DuprePublisher: Little Brown and Company Imprint: Little Brown and Company Dimensions: Width: 13.20cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 14.70cm Weight: 0.159kg ISBN: 9781478939160ISBN 10: 1478939168 Publication Date: 26 April 2016 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Audio Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationJudith Dupre is a New York Times bestselling author whose award-winning books have been published in eleven languages. Her iconic Skyscrapers remains the bestselling book in the world on that topic. For this authorized biography of One World Trade Center, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey gave Dupre exclusive, unprecedented access. A graduate of Brown and Yale universities, Dupre is the recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including, most recently, a Public Scholar grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |