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"Bridges are more than just a way to get from place to place. They are amazing feats of engineering! From the longest bridges to the oldest bridges, sea bridges to landmark bridges, these engineering marvels have helped to shape our world. Brilliant photographs and graphic organizers, paired with exciting fun facts, are sure to entertain--and educate--readers. Young engineers will learn about the science behind bridges, the obstacles of construction,...
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Canals and seaways have opened our world to further travel, trade, and exploration. This book introduces readers to famous canals and seaways around the globe, from the Panama Canal to the Saint Lawrence Seaway. These engineering marvels have reshaped the landscape and the economies of their regions. Eye-catching photographs and fun facts will grab the attention of readers, especially aspiring engineers, as they learn all about the amazing man-made...
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"Some railroads are known for their place in history, such as the American transcontinental railroad. Others are known for their arresting scenic views, such as the Ukrainian Tunnel of Love. Still others are famous for their record-breaking length, like Russia's Trans-Siberian Railroad. Readers will gain an appreciation for railroads around the globe in this exciting compilation of facts about famous trains and railways." --publisher's website
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Some railroads are known for their place in history, such as the American transcontinental railroad. Others are known for their arresting scenic views, such as the Ukrainian Tunnel of Love. Still others are famous for their record-breaking length, like Russia's Trans-Siberian Railroad. Readers will gain an appreciation for railroads around the globe in this exciting compilation of facts about famous trains and railways. Attention-grabbing photographs...
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Buckle up for brutal switchbacks, perilous plunges, stupendous speeds, and ludicrous lengths! This ride of a lifetime will transport readers down famous roads and highways all over the globe. They'll explore engineering marvels from the iconic Route 66 to record-breaking roads. They'll learn about the design behind the fastest, longest, and steepest roads, and marvel at the strangest roads ever built. Stunning photographs of these epic roads and highways...
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"Deep underground, below the bustling streets of cities big and small all around the world, subway trains shuttle passengers to their destinations. From the world's oldest subway in London, built in 1847, to the extremely busy Tokyo subway with over 200 stations, subways have been and continue to be a huge part of the daily lives of millions of people. This lively volume explores the engineering marvels of subway systems, which have a history as surprising...
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"Creepy catacombs, ancient aqueducts, unbelievable underwater roadways-get ready to explore some of the oldest, longest, deepest, and spookiest tunnels on Earth! Readers of this enthralling book will learn engineering concepts while investigating mind-blowing tunnels around the globe. From the terrifying catacombs of Paris to futuristic underground highways, they'll be amazed at the marvelous tunnels of history. Gorgeous photographs bring this globetrotting...
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