
Machu Picchu
Título:
Machu Picchu
PERSONAL_AUTHOR_EPSB:
Resumen:
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.
Fecha de publicación como intervalo:
2009
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Descripción física:
32 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), col. maps ; 26 cm.
Contenido:
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.
Término de la materia:
ISBN:
9781590369425
Información de publicación:
New York : Weigl Publishers, c2009.