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The Empire State Building

The Making of a Landmark

By: John Tauranac

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The Empire State Building

The Making of a Landmark

By: John Tauranac

The Empire State Building is the landmark book on one of the world’s most notable landmarks. Since its publication in 1995, John Tauranac’s book, focused on the inception and construction of the building, has stood as the most comprehensive account of the structure. Moreover, it is far more than a work in architectural history; Tauranac tells a larger story of the politics of urban development in and through the interwar years. In a new epilogue to the Cornell edition, Tauranac highlights the continuing resonance and influence of the Empire State Building in the rapidly changing post-9/11 cityscape.

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Cornell University Press

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0801471095

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Manhattan's Little Secrets

Uncovering Mysteries in Brick and Mortar, Glass and Stone

By: John Tauranac

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Manhattan's Little Secrets

Uncovering Mysteries in Brick and Mortar, Glass and Stone

By: John Tauranac

Discover the whos, the whats, the whys and hows of social history that make the city come alive. A sarcophagus sits in a public park Stones from the dungeon that imprisoned Joan of Arc support a statue of her A Star of David adorns a Baptist church A fire-breathing salamander decorates a firehouse A stained-glass window relates an architect’s frustrations These are the details that guidebooks usually ignore and passersby ordinarily overlook. Curious readers will delight in revelations of history hidden in plain sight, alongside stunning photography of Manhattan’s overlooked treasures.

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Rowman & Littlefield

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1493030485

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The Empire State Building

The Making of a Landmark

By: John Tauranac

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The Empire State Building

The Making of a Landmark

By: John Tauranac

The Empire State Building is the landmark book on one of the world’s most notable landmarks. Since its publication in 1995, John Tauranac’s book, focused on the inception and creation of the building, has stood as the most comprehensive account of the structure. Moreover, it is far more than a work in architectural history; Tauranac tells a larger story of the politics of urban development in and through the interwar years. In a new epilogue to the Cornell edition, Tauranac highlights the continuing resonance and influence of the Empire State Building in the rapidly changing post-9/11 cityscape.

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Cornell University Press

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0801471087

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Subway

The Curiosities, Secrets, and Unofficial History of the New York City Transit System

By: John E. Morris

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Subway

The Curiosities, Secrets, and Unofficial History of the New York City Transit System

By: John E. Morris

This dynamic visual history of the world's largest transit system -- in all its intriguing, colorful, and even seedy glory -- is packed with fascinating facts and hundreds of compelling photographs. When the first New York subway line opened in 1904, it was the most advanced in the world and a source of enormous civic pride. Today, it is an essential function to the lives of New Yorkers and a perennial cultural touchstone. To be a New Yorker is to take the train. To celebrate it, or grumble about it. Subway: The History, Curiosities, and Secrets of the New York City Transit System by John E. Morris is both a vivid history of this great transportation system and an exploration of its impact on the city and popular culture. The book covers every remarkable moment, from the technical obstacles and corruption that impeded plans for an underground rail line in the 1800s, to the current state of the system and plans for the future; profiles of the colorful, forgotten characters who built and restored the subway; graphics and imagery showing the evolution of subway cars and the way fares are collected; how subway etiquette rules have evolved with society; great subway chase scenes and songs about the subway; a look at abandoned stations and half-built tunnels; and more. In this visually stunning work, packed with original research, journalist and bestselling author John Morris brings life to this one-time engineering marvel that has united and expanded the city for the last 116 years.

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434

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Black Dog & Leventhal

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0762467894

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9780762467891

Golf's Iron Horse

The Astonishing, Record-Breaking Life of Ralph Kennedy

By: John Sabino

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Golf's Iron Horse

The Astonishing, Record-Breaking Life of Ralph Kennedy

By: John Sabino

So many works of golfing history focus on the greats: the best players, the most prestigious championships, the hardest courses, and the like. But most avid golfers are average players, relishing in the joy of the sport itself. In Golf’s Iron Horse, celebrated golf writer John Sabino chronicles the previously untold story of Ralph Kennedy, a golf amateur whose love of the game set him on par to play more courses than anyone before. A founding member of Mamaroneck, New York’s prestigious Winged Foot Golf Club, Kennedy had long been an avid golfer when he met Charles Leonard Fletcher in 1919. When the Englishman told Kennedy that he had played more than 240 courses in his lifetime, Kennedy took it as a challenge and became determined to play more. In a feat that caused the New York Sun to declare him “golf’s Lou Gehrig” in 1935, Kennedy succeeded in beating Fletcher’s record, and then some. He played golf on more than 3,165 different courses in all forty-eight states, nine Canadian provinces, and more than a dozen different countries during his forty-three year love affair with the game. In addition to the 3,165 unique courses he played, the unrelenting Ralph also played golf a total of 8,500 times over his lifetime, the equivalent of teeing it up every day for twenty-three straight years. Lou Gehrig’s seventeen years in professional baseball pales in comparison. This intriguing story includes details of the special conditions under which he was able to play the Augusta National Golf Club and the unique circumstances of his visits to Pebble Beach and the Old Course at St. Andrews. Perfect for golf aficionados, Golf’s Iron Horse will inspire every reader to tee off at a new course.

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375

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Simon and Schuster

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1510713484

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9781510713482

Total Construction Management

Lean Quality in Construction Project Delivery

By: John S. Oakland,Marton Marosszeky

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Total Construction Management

Lean Quality in Construction Project Delivery

By: John S. Oakland,Marton Marosszeky

A convergence of lean management and quality management thinking has taken place in organizations across many industries, including construction. Practices in procurement, design management and construction management are all evolving constantly and understanding these changes and how to react is essential to successful management. This book provides valuable insights for owners, designers and constructors in the construction sector. Starting by introducing the language of total quality, lean and operational excellence, this book takes the reader right up to the latest industry practice in this sector, and demonstrates the best way to manage change. Written by two of the world's leading experts, Total Construction Management: Lean quality in construction project delivery offers a clearly structured introduction to the most important management concepts and practices used in the global construction industry today. This authoritative book covers issues such as procurement, BIM, all forms of waste, construction safety, and design and construction management, all explained with international case studies. It is a perfect guide for managers in all parts of the industry, and ideal for those preparing to enter the industry.

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1256

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Routledge

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1317439325

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9781317439325

USA by Rail

Plus Canada's Main Routes

By: John Pitt

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USA by Rail

Plus Canada's Main Routes

By: John Pitt

The American train journey has always had a strong hold on the imagination. Ever-changing landscapes pass by on the other side of the glass, from the primeval-looking Joshua trees of the Mojave Desert and the saw-toothed peaks of the Rocky Mountains to the pounding surf of the Pacific and Atlantic coasts. And in these ecologically-conscious times, rail travel offers a peace of mind that cannot be matched by a stressful domestic flight.Now in its eighth edition, this book covers all the major routes across the United States and Canada. Perfect for the well-planned traveller and the whimsical day-dreamer alike, it contains both practical information and background on the places that you'll see. Whatever the route, sit back, relax and watch a breathtaking continent unfold.37 long distance routes in the USA and CanadaSightseeing highlights for 38 major citiesAccommodation - cheap to chicArea maps and detailed route plansHistory of trains in North AmericaInformation about steam railways and museums

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386

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Bradt Travel Guides

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184162389X

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9781841623894

The Political Economy of Global Sports Organisations

By: John Forster,Nigel Pope

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The Political Economy of Global Sports Organisations

By: John Forster,Nigel Pope

At the global level, sport is ruled by a set of organizations including giants such as the IOC (Olympics), FIFA (soccer), and the IAAF (athletics) as well as sporting minnows such as the World Armsport Federation (armwrestling). Many of these bodies have been surrounded by controversy during their histories, after having to adjust to the reali

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Routledge

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1134498152

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The Empire State Building

By: John S. Berman

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The Empire State Building

By: John S. Berman

It is the world's most famous skyscraper, a gleaming Art Deco tower of steel, concrete and marble that is the enduring symbol of New York. Conceived by Governor Alfred E. Smith, the project commenced on January 22, 1930, less than two months after the Black Tuesday stock market crash, as America entered the beginnings of the Great Depression. Along with the revealing text, a wealth of archival photographs taken before, during and after construction illustrate the mammoth undertaking. Every image pays tribute to the steelworkers, riveters, stone masons and the thousands of other unsung heroes whose fearlessness and skill enabled the tower to rise in little more than a year's time, and gave birth to a legendary icon of American vision and ingenuity."--Publisher.

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Barnes & Noble Publishing

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0760738890

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9780760738894

Inside Shelby American

Wrenching and Racing with Carroll Shelby in the 1960s

By: John Morton

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Inside Shelby American

Wrenching and Racing with Carroll Shelby in the 1960s

By: John Morton

An account of sports-car builder and racing team Shelby-American through the eyes of John Morton, who worked his way up from shop janitor to team driver to launch a racing career spanning forty years"-Provided by publisher.

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Motorbooks International

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0760343942

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9780760343944

Manhattan's Little Secrets

Uncovering Mysteries in Brick and Mortar, Glass and Stone

By: John Tauranac

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Manhattan's Little Secrets

Uncovering Mysteries in Brick and Mortar, Glass and Stone

By: John Tauranac

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Rowman & Littlefield

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1493030485

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New York from the Air

By: Yann Arthus-Bertrand,John Tauranac

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New York from the Air

By: Yann Arthus-Bertrand,John Tauranac

From the street, New York is a familiar world. Seen from the air, it becomes an exotic uncluttered, beautiful place. From vantage points that few people ever reach, world-renowned aerial photographer Yann Arthus-Bertrand has created a lush, romantic tribute to one of the most thrilling cities in history.

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0500018987

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The Empire State Building

The Empire State Building

Manhattan's Little Secrets

Manhattan's Little Secrets

The Empire State Building

The Empire State Building

Subway

Subway

Golf's Iron Horse

Golf's Iron Horse

Total Construction Management

Total Construction Management

USA by Rail

USA by Rail

The Political Economy of Global Sports Organisations

The Political Economy of Global Sports Organisations

The Empire State Building

The Empire State Building

Inside Shelby American

Inside Shelby American

Manhattan's Little Secrets

Manhattan's Little Secrets

New York from the Air

New York from the Air

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