Are you looking for read ebook online? Search for your book and save it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. Download Tilt PDF full book. Access full book title Tilt by Nicholas Shrady. Download full books in PDF and EPUB format.
Author: Nicholas Shrady Publisher: ISBN: 9780786260690 Category : Architecture Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
One of the indisputable Wonders of the World, its listing silhouette is instantly recognizable the world over. Now Nicholas Shrady tells the story of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, from its curse-ridden beginnings - construction was halted for a century after the erection of the first four stories in 1173 - through earthquakes, world wars, the onslaught of modern tourism, and a $30 million stabilization and restoration. This singular monument stands (five degrees askew) in defiance of logic, gravity, and soaring odds - a mute witness to almost a millennium of history.
Author: Nicholas Shrady Publisher: ISBN: 9780786260690 Category : Architecture Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
One of the indisputable Wonders of the World, its listing silhouette is instantly recognizable the world over. Now Nicholas Shrady tells the story of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, from its curse-ridden beginnings - construction was halted for a century after the erection of the first four stories in 1173 - through earthquakes, world wars, the onslaught of modern tourism, and a $30 million stabilization and restoration. This singular monument stands (five degrees askew) in defiance of logic, gravity, and soaring odds - a mute witness to almost a millennium of history.
Author: Adam Furgang Publisher: Core Library ISBN: 9781532113734 Category : Architecture Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
This book introduces readers to the tower's history, examines why the tilt developed in the first place, and discusses the methods that have been used to stabilize the tower and keep it safe for visitors.
Author: Linda Garber Publisher: ISBN: 9780415908412 Category : Gay and lesbian studies Languages : en Pages : 280
Book Description
This collection addresses the phenomenon of lesbian/gay studies in education from a variety of political and pedagogical perspectives. Section one offers perspectives from college and high school educators and reflects on classroom dynamics, lesson plans and strategies. Section two covers educational politics outside the classroom and addresses questions of job security, professional history and academic guidance. These issues are placed in the context of disciplinary boundaries, tackling the questions raised by lesbian studies and notions of multiculturalism.
Author: Nicholas Shardy Publisher: ISBN: 9780756798161 Category : Languages : en Pages : 161
Book Description
This book, uniquely shaped at a steep angle to reflect its subject, reveals how the campanile, or bell tower, in Pisa's Campo dei Miracoli became the iconic Tower of Pisa. Its distinctive tilt, which measured 1.6 degrees from vertical when construction was completed in 1370, has long been a mystery. The tower still stands (more than 4 meters -- or 5 degrees -- askew) in defiance of logic, gravity, & soaring odds. Envisioned as a display of wealth & power in Pisa's medieval heyday, the tower was revolutionary in its design. The tower also has a storied past associated with such notables as Galileo, Lord Byron, the Shelleys & their Romantics, & Mussolini. Encapsulates the tower's history in an entertaining & informative narrative.Ó Illus.
Author: Janet P Sitter Publisher: Mark Twain Media ISBN: 1622236580 Category : Education Languages : en Pages : 96
Book Description
Reading Comprehension Practice for sixth grade supports differentiated instruction by providing: -supplemental reading for above-level readers -independent reading for on-level readers -instructional reading for below-level readers Build vocabulary one level at a time! This middle school reading comprehension workbook helps students read with confidence and clarity by improving their ability to: -recognize and decode words -relate what they’re learning to what they already know -monitor progress and take action when needed Mark Twain Media Publishing Company creates products to support success in science, math, language arts, fine arts, history, social studies, government, and character. Designed by educators for educators, the Mark Twain Publishing product line specializes in providing excellent supplemental books and content-rich décor for middle-grade and upper-grade classrooms.
Author: Michael Forsyth Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 047069114X Category : Architecture Languages : en Pages : 248
Book Description
This book is the second in a series of volumes that combine conservation philosophy in the built environment with knowledge of traditional materials, and structural and constructional conservation techniques and technology: Understanding Historic Building Conservation Structures & Construction in Historic Building Conservation Materials & Skills for Historic Building Conservation The series aims to introduce each aspect of conservation and to provide concise, basic and up-to-date knowledge for architects, surveyors and engineers as well as for commissioning client bodies, managers and advisors. In each book, Michael Forsyth draws together chapters by leading architects, structural engineers and related professionals to reflect the interdisciplinary nature of conservation work. The books are structured to be of direct practical application, taking the reader through the process of historic building conservation and emphasising throughout the integrative teamwork involved. This present volume – Structures & Construction in Historic Building Conservation - traces the history of structures in various materials and contains guidance on the survey, assessment and diagnosis of structures and the integration of building code requirements within the historic fabric. It discusses conservation engineering philosophy, exposes the conflict between building codes and conservation legislation, and offers solutions. Leading-edge, on-site metric survey techniques are described and a range of structural advice is given, including methods of repair in relation to philosophical principles. Causes of induced movement in historic buildings are explained, together with basic soil mechanics and the assessment and diagnosis of structural failure. Chapters also cover the conservation of different types of construction: masonry, iron and steel, and concrete and reinforced concrete. Fourteen chapters written by the experts present today's key issues in structures and construction for historic building conservation: Bill Blake, Michael Bussell, David Cook, Dina F. D'Ayala, Steve Emery, Michael Forsyth, Ian Hume, Peter Norris
Author: Ian Woofenden Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 0470496371 Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 395
Book Description
The consumer guide to small-scale wind electricity production! Maybe you're not T. Boone Pickens, but you can build your own home-sized wind-power empire right in your back yard. Wind Power For Dummies supplies all the guidance you need to install and maintain a sustainable, cost-effective wind generator to power your home for decades to come. This authoritative, plain-English guide walks you through every step of the process, from assessing your site and available wind sources to deciding whether wind power is the solution for you, from understanding the mechanics of wind power and locating a contractor to install your system to producing your own affordable and sustainable electricity. Guides you step by step through process of selecting, installing, and operating a small-scale wind generator to power your home Demystifies system configurations, terminology, and wind energy principles to help you speak the language of the pros Helps assess and reduce your energy needs and decide whether wind power is right for you Explains the mechanics of home-based wind power Shows you how to tie into the grid and sell energy back to the power company Offers advice on evaluating all of the costs of and financing for your project Provides tips on working with contractors and complying with local zoning laws Yes, you can do it, with a little help from Wind Power For Dummies.
Author: Nicholas Shrady
Author: Nicholas Shrady
Author: Adam Furgang
Author: LINDA. GARBER
Author: Linda Garber
Author: Nicholas Shardy
Author: Janet P Sitter
Author: Katherine Anne Porter
Author: Michael Forsyth
Author: Ian Woofenden
Author: