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Meticulously accurate line drawings and fascinating text trace Manhattan's growth from a tiny Dutch outpost to the commercial, financial, and cultural heart of the world. This book explains construction above and below ground, including excavating subway lines and building bridges and skyscrapers. Hundreds of illustrations reveal intricate details of construction techniques.
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The Building of Manhattan
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Dover Publications Inc., 2010
ISBN 10: 0486473171
ISBN 13: 9780486473178
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Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: Good. Mackay, Donald A. (illustrator). Meticulously accurate line drawings and fascinating text trace Manhattan's growth from a tiny Dutch outpost to the commercial, financial, and cultural heart of the world. This book explains construction above and below ground, including theexcavation of subwaylines and the buildingof bridges and skyscrapers. Hundreds of illustrations reveal intricate details of construction techniques.Author and illustrator Donald A. Mackay traces Manhattan's history from its first wood, stone, and brick houses to its famous modern structures, including the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, and the World Trade Center. Along with historical background, he presents clear explanations and illustrations of the skilled labor and methods behind the island's tunnels, bridges, and train lines. Mackay describes who does what at a construction site, the assembly of a tower crane, and the construction of skyscrapers, from the foundations to the floor-by-floor elevations, along with other amazing procedures that are all part of a day's work in building the big city.A selection of the Common Core State Standards Initiative. Seller Inventory # 00106374365
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The Building of Manhattan
Published by
Dover Publications, Incorporated, 2010
ISBN 10: 0486473171
ISBN 13: 9780486473178
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Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
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Condition: Very Good. Mackay, Donald A. (illustrator). Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 594300-6
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The Building of Manhattan
Published by
Dover Publications, Incorporated, 2010
ISBN 10: 0486473171
ISBN 13: 9780486473178
Used
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Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Mackay, Donald A. (illustrator). Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 6414218-6
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The Building of Manhattan
Published by
Dover Publications, Incorporated, 2010
ISBN 10: 0486473171
ISBN 13: 9780486473178
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Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
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Condition: Very Good. Mackay, Donald A. (illustrator). Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 11084732-75
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Condition: Good. Mackay, Donald A. (illustrator). A copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact, and the cover is intact (including dust cover, if applicable). The spine may show signs of wear. Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include "From the library of" labels or limited small stickers. Book may have a remainder mark or be a price cutter. Seller Inventory # B-03-02-02-0739
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Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Mackay, Donald A. (illustrator). Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0486473171I3N00
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Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Mackay, Donald A. (illustrator). Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0486473171I3N10
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Mackay, Donald A. (illustrator). Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_480719520
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The Building of Manhattan
Published by
Dover Publications Inc., 2010
ISBN 10: 0486473171
ISBN 13: 9780486473178
Used
Paperback
Seller: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: Good. Mackay, Donald A. (illustrator). Meticulously accurate line drawings and fascinating text trace Manhattan's growth from a tiny Dutch outpost to the commercial, financial, and cultural heart of the world. This book explains construction above and below ground, including theexcavation of subwaylines and the buildingof bridges and skyscrapers. Hundreds of illustrations reveal intricate details of construction techniques.Author and illustrator Donald A. Mackay traces Manhattan's history from its first wood, stone, and brick houses to its famous modern structures, including the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, and the World Trade Center. Along with historical background, he presents clear explanations and illustrations of the skilled labor and methods behind the island's tunnels, bridges, and train lines. Mackay describes who does what at a construction site, the assembly of a tower crane, and the construction of skyscrapers, from the foundations to the floor-by-floor elevations, along with other amazing procedures that are all part of a day's work in building the big city.A selection of the Common Core State Standards Initiative. Seller Inventory # CIN0486473171G