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Architecture - The Brooklyn Bridge: The story of the world's most famous bridge and the remarkable family that built it. (Wonders of the World Book)

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Book Synopsis: A classic in children's non-fiction -- now in paper. John Roebling had a dream. He would build the world's longest bridge and he would build it in a new way. But his way was too new. It took 15 years to convince people it would work. And then, just as construction was to begin, John Roebling was killed in a freak accident. That should have been the end of the story of The Brooklyn Bridge. Instead, it was the beginning. For John wasn't the only Roebling who could dream. The Brooklyn Bridge is about a legendary feat of engineering and an extraordinary family. Through rare, historical photographs, informative diagrams, and powerful illustrations, we learn exactly how this magnificent bridge was designed and constructed. From the Roeblings, we learn of loyalty, courage, sacrifice, and commitment. The Brooklyn Bridge is the story of a bridge across a great river and a bridge across generations, a bridge of stone and steel and one of the human spirit. Wonders of the World series The winner of numerous awards, this series is renowned for Elizabeth Mann's ability to convey adventure and excitement while revealing technical information in engaging and easily understood language. The illustrations are lavishly realistic and accurate in detail but do not ignore the human element. Outstanding in the genre, these books are sure to bring even the most indifferent young reader into the worlds of history, geography, and architecture. "One of the ten best non-fiction series for young readers." - Booklist Read more

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Experience the captivating story of The Brooklyn Bridge - the world's most famous bridge that stands as a testament to the human spirit. Discover the remarkable family, the Roeblings, who defied convention to shape this engineering marvel. Now available in paper, this classic children's non-fiction book, The Brooklyn Bridge: The Story of the World's Most Famous Bridge and the Remarkable Family that Built It, is a must-read for young minds.

John Roebling's dream of building the world's longest bridge was met with skepticism. It took 15 years of unwavering determination to convince people that his innovative method would work. However, just as construction was about to commence, tragedy struck. John Roebling's unfortunate demise in a freak accident could have spelled the end of this project. But it was only the beginning.

Delve into the pages of this book and witness how the Roeblings overcame adversity to complete this awe-inspiring bridge. Embark on a visual journey through rare historical photographs, informative diagrams, and powerful illustrations that reveal the meticulous planning and construction behind this architectural masterpiece.

Moreover, The Brooklyn Bridge is not just a tale of engineering triumph; it is a story of loyalty, courage, sacrifice, and commitment. It represents the indomitable human spirit that spans generations. As part of the esteemed Wonders of the World series, this book has been recognized with numerous awards for its ability to captivate young readers while providing them with fascinating technical knowledge in a language they can easily comprehend.

With lavishly realistic and detailed illustrations that blend technical accuracy with the human element, Elizabeth Mann transports readers into the worlds of history, geography, and architecture. Whether your child is an avid reader or simply curious about the world, The Brooklyn Bridge is a gateway to adventure, excitement, and learning.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to uncover the secrets of The Brooklyn Bridge and ignite your child's imagination. Bring history to life and inspire their creativity - order your copy today!

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