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Bridges: A History of the World's Most Spectacular Spans

Name: Bridges: A History of the World's Most Spectacular Spans
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Book Synopsis: From New York Times best-selling author Judith Dupré comes a revised and updated edition of Bridges, her magnificent chronological tour of the world's most significant and eye-popping spans. Covering thousands of years of architectural history, each bridge is gorgeously photographed “elevating the landmarks from mode of transportation to works of art” (Bustle). Technological advances, structural daring, and artistic vision have propelled the evolution of bridge design around the world. This visual history of the world's landmark bridges has been thoroughly revised and updated since its initial publication twenty-five years ago, and now showcases well-known classics as well as modern innovators.

Bridges featured include:

The Brooklyn Bridge (New York)
Dany and-Kunshan Grand Bridge (China)
Gateshead Millennium Bridge (England)
The Golden Gate Bridge (San Francisco)
Zakim Bridge (Boston)

Including all-new photographs and the latest cutting edge work from today's international superstars of architecture and engineering, Bridges covers two-thousand years of technological and aesthetic triumphs, making it the most thorough, authoritative, and gorgeous book on the subject—as dramatic in presentation as the structures it celebrates. Breathtaking photographs capture the bridges' details as well as their monumental scale; architectural drawings and plans invite you behind the scenes as new bridges take shape; and lively commentary on each structure explores its importance and places it in historical context. Throughout, informative profiles, features, and statistics make Bridges an invaluable reference as well as a visual feast.

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Looking for a captivating and visually stunning book that takes you on a journey through the world's most awe-inspiring bridges? Look no further! Bridges: A History of the World's Most Spectacular Spans, by New York Times best-selling author Judith DuprÃ©, is an absolute must-have for anyone fascinated by architectural marvels.

This revised and updated edition showcases the most significant and eye-popping bridges from around the globe, featuring stunning photographs that bring these iconic structures to life. Each bridge is beautifully captured, showcasing their breathtaking details and monumental scale, truly elevating them from mere transportation mediums to jaw-dropping works of art.

But Bridges is not just a collection of pretty pictures. It delves into the captivating stories behind these bridges, covering thousands of years of architectural history and technological advancements. From ancient classics to modern marvels, this book covers it all. Discover the iconic Brooklyn Bridge in New York, the Danyang-Kunshan Grand Bridge in China, the Gateshead Millennium Bridge in England, the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, and the Zakim Bridge in Boston.

Featuring all-new photographs and cutting-edge works from today's leading architects and engineers, Bridges is the most comprehensive and authoritative book on the subject. Immerse yourself in the world of bridge design as you explore the evolution of these magnificent structures. Through informative profiles, features, and statistics, this book serves as both a visual feast and an invaluable reference.

Are you ready to embark on a captivating journey through the history and artistry of the world's most spectacular bridges? Don't miss out on this opportunity to own Bridges: A History of the World's Most Spectacular Spans. Get your copy today and be inspired by the breathtaking beauty and engineering brilliance behind these architectural masterpieces.

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