David Macaulay Books

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Inspired by three classic, award-winning works, this book delves into the fascinating history and significance of remarkable human-made structures. Revised texts incorporate new research, while stunning full-color illustrations breathe life into castles and cathedrals, offering fresh perspectives and intricate details. The combination of updated narratives and vivid artwork enhances the reader's appreciation and understanding of these architectural marvels.

The book delves into the design and construction of a late-sixteenth-century Turkish mosque, blending a fictional narrative with David Macaulay's vibrant illustrations. It reveals the techniques and materials employed in creating these architectural marvels while exploring their societal roles. Through this engaging approach, readers gain insight into both the building process and the cultural significance of mosques during that era.

"Text and detailed drawings follow the planning and construction of a "typical" castle and adjoining town in thirteenth-century Wales."--Title page verso.

This fictional account of the dismantling and removal of the Empire State Building describes the structure of a skyscraper and explains how such an edifice would be demolished.

In a humorous adventure, readers meet Sloth and Sengi, two quirky characters created by award-winning artist David Macaulay. The story explores the mechanics of machines through engaging illustrations and entertaining narratives, making complex concepts accessible and fun. As Sloth and Sengi navigate their zoo environment, they encounter various machines, providing an educational yet amusing experience that captivates both children and adults alike.

Book HardcoverPublication 10/7/2008 336Reading Age 10 and Up

David Macaulay's How Machines Workuses pop-ups and award-winning illustrations to demonstrate the technology of six simple machines. Follow the mad antics of Sloth and his side-kick Sengi as they try to break out of the zoo with the help of levers, pulleys, screws, inclined planes, wedges and wheels. Brought to life through pop-ups and pull-outs meaning you can explore six simple machines, from bicycles and cranes to hammers and drills, through interactive science. Packed with engaging, hands-on activities, David Macaulay's How Machines Work will gear kids up for scientific and engineering greatness!

David Macaulay, creator of the international bestseller The Way Things Work, brings his signature curiosity and detailing to the story of the steamship in this meticulously researched and stunningly illustrated book. Prior to the 1800s, ships crossing the Atlantic Ocean relied on the wind in their sails to make their journeys. But invention of steam power ushered in a new era of transportation that would change ocean travel forever: the steamship. Award-winning author-illustrator David Macaulay guides readers through the fascinating history that culminated in the building of the most advanced—and last—of these steamships: the SS United States. This book artfully explores the design and construction of the ship and the life of its designer and engineer, William Francis Gibbs. Framed around the author's own experience steaming across the Atlantic on the very same SS United States, Crossing on Time is a tour de force of the art of explanation and a touching and surprising childhood story.

This richly illustrated book shows the intricate step-by-step process of an imaginary cathedral's growth.