| Title | : | The New York Subways (Great Building Feats) |
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| ISBN | : | 0822503786 |
| ISBN-10 | : | 9780822503781 |
| Language | : | English |
| Format Type | : | Library Binding |
| Number of Pages | : | 96 |
| Publication | : | First published October 1, 2002 |
Traces the history of the underground transportation system in New York City, discussing the politics involved, how it was financed, the men who built it, and the construction techniques.
The New York Subways (Great Building Feats) Reviews
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DuTemple does a thorough job of tracing the construction of the New York subway system from its inception to modern day. A fascinating account of people, architecture, politics, and economics. Readable and interesting, the text is accompanied by photo spreads, snapshots, diagrams, and interesting sidebars.
