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Mikaya Press, 2006-12-09

Brooklyn Bridge: The Story of the World's Most Famous Bridge and the Remarkable Family That Built It

Brooklyn Bridge: The Story of the World's Most Famous Bridge and the Remarkable Family That Built It

Wonders of the World Book and Wonders of the World (Mikaya Paperback)

Elizabeth Mann, Author

Alan Witschonke, Illustrator

Paperback

9781931414166

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The Brooklyn Bridge is the perfect subject for a picture book. This is the story of how it was built. This book is a classic tale of struggle and triumph, told in a manner that will thrill, fascinate, and inspire--all the more so because every word is true. 36 illustrations, prints, photos. 2 gatefolds.
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Keywords and Themes: General (See Also Headings Under Animals or Technology) • History • JNF025200 • JNF051000 • Juvenile Nonfiction • Science & Nature • United States - 19th Century

Age Range • 9-12

Pages • 48

Subjects • Brooklyn Bridge (New York • N.Y.) • History • Suspension bridges • New York (State) • New York • Design and construction • Roebling family • Roebling • John Augustus • Roebling • Washington Augustus • Bridges

Categories • Juvenile Nonfiction | History | United States - 19th Century • Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature | General (See Also Headings Under Animals or Technology)

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

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