
Machu Picchu
Title:
Machu Picchu
Personal Author EPSB:
Summary:
Explores the science behind the construction of the ancient Inca city of Machu Picchu, and efforts that are being made to protect it from destruction.
Year Published:
2009
Series:
Physical Description:
32 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), col. maps ; 26 cm.
Contents:
What is Machu Picchu? -- Building history -- Big ideas -- Profile -- Science behind the building -- Science and technology -- Computer-aided design -- Measuring the ruins -- Environmental viewpoint -- Construction careers -- Notable structures -- Stone structures around the world -- Quiz.
Subject:
ISBN:
9781590369425
Publisher:
New York : Weigl Publishers, c2009.