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Elevators

text Elevators

Summary

A look at some of the most amazing elevators in the world. Addresses the obstacles of construction, the impact on society, and the science of engineering such superstructures.

Contents

Lifting up, lowering down -- Ancient elevators -- Otis changes skylines -- From landmarks to sailing ships -- Other lifting machines -- Modern elevators -- Reaching new heights -- Timeline.

Format
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Description
48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 26 cm.
Publisher
Rourke Educational Media 2018

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Woodmere (Main Branch) J 680 MAU in Juvenile Nonfiction Available

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