Why buildings stand up
Subtitle: the strength of architecture
By: Mario Salvadori ; ill. by Saralinda Hooker and Christopher Ragus.
Contributors: Hooker, Saralinda.; Ragus, Christopher.
Edition: 1st ed.
Publisher: Norton
Published: 1980
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 311
Subjects: Structural engineering
Description: Here is a clear and enthusiastic introduction to building methods from ancient time to the present day, illustrated throughout with line drawings. In addition, Mr. Salvadori discusses recent advances in science and technology that have had important effects on the planning and construction of buildings. B/W line drawings
Notes: Includes index.