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Book Synopsis: “In this wonderfully urbane fantasy” the Caldecott Medal-winning author and illustrator imagines the process of dismantling the Empire State Building (Publishers Weekly). The acclaimed author of City and Pyramid now applies his inquisitive mind and stunningly detailed artwork to one of New York’s most iconic buildings. When the Empire State Building is purchased by an eccentric prince who wants to move it to the Arabian Desert, the intricate process of unbuilding begins. Along the way, Macaulay takes young readers on a tour of the skyscraper’s history and architecture and explains the many feats of engineering that went into its construction. His straightforward, informative text is illustrated with “perhaps the finest series of visually expansive, black-and-white perspective drawings, incisive renderings of the skyscraper and its celebrated ‘views’” (The Washington Post).
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Experience the magic of imagination with Unbuilding (Sandpiper)! Dive into this unique fantasy world where the iconic Empire State Building is dismantled and moved to the Arabian Desert by an eccentric prince. David Macaulay, the award-winning author and illustrator, brings this captivating story to life with his stunningly detailed artwork and inquisitive storytelling. Get ready to embark on a journey through history, architecture, and engineering like never before.
Unbuilding (Sandpiper) is a must-have for every young reader who loves adventure and exploration. Join Macaulay as he unravels the secrets of one of New York’s most famous landmarks, the Empire State Building. With vivid black-and-white perspective drawings and incisive renderings, this book offers a visually enriching experience that will leave you in awe of the skyscraper and its celebrated 'views'.
Immerse yourself in the world of Unbuilding (Sandpiper) and uncover the marvels of architectural ingenuity and historical significance. Whether you're a fan of fantasy, architecture, or simply enjoy a good story, this book is sure to pique your interest and ignite your curiosity. Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore the enchanting world created by David Macaulay.
Ready to embark on a fascinating journey through the process of unbuilding the Empire State Building? Get your hands on Unbuilding (Sandpiper) today and let your imagination soar to new heights!
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