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Engineers: From the Great Pyramids to the Pioneers of Space Travel Paperback – May 5, 2015

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Now in paperback, Engineers tells the story of the brilliant minds that have constructed our man-made world, from ancient pyramids to modern spaceflight

Discover the mathematical genius of Archimedes, the elegance of Leonardo da Vinci, and modern pioneers such as Ferdinand Porsche, alongside innovations such as quake-resistant design, the evolution of flight, and the Large Hadron Collider

This full-color book covers more than 100 architects, designers, and engineers in detail, including blueprints of their work, biographical information, and insights into the particular genius of each. Engineers also includes timeline spreads to add context for the groundbreaking — and sometimes controversial — projects that made history

With original sketches and drawings as well as contemporary photography, Engineers makes an ideal gift book for artists, architects, scientists, and those who are fascinated by technology.

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"The technically inclined…will love [Engineers]." – BookPage

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DK was founded in London in 1974 and is now the world's leading illustrated reference publisher and part of Penguin Random House, formed on July 1, 2013. DK publishes highly visual, photographic nonfiction for adults and children. DK produces content for consumers in over 87 countries and in 62 languages, with offices in Delhi, London, Melbourne, Munich, New York, and Toronto. DK's aim is to inform, enrich, and entertain readers of all ages, and everything DK publishes, whether print or digital, embodies the unique DK design approach. DK brings unrivalled clarity to a wide range of topics with a unique combination of words and pictures, put together to spectacular effect. We have a reputation for innovation in design for both print and digital products.   Our adult range spans travel, including the award-winning DK Eyewitness Travel Guides, history, science, nature, sport, gardening, cookery, and parenting. DK’s extensive children’s list showcases a fantastic store of information for children, toddlers, and babies. DK covers everything from animals and the human body, to homework help and craft activities, together with an impressive list of licensing titles, including the bestselling LEGO® books. DK acts as the parent company for Alpha Books, publisher of the Idiot's Guides series and Prima Games, video gaming publishers, as well as the award-winning travel publisher, Rough Guides.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ DK; Reprint edition (May 5, 2015)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 360 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1465435972
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1465435972
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.65 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 1 x 10 inches
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John Voeller
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Read For Anyone Considering Becoming An Engineer
Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2017
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I encountered Engineers in a discount book store and was surprised at the wonderful combination of interesting information about famous engineering achievements and even more interesting discussions about projects that are rarely discussed for their achievement and importance much less who made them possible. It provided so much knowledge and great pictures that I was sure it would excite anyone who was thinking about becoming and engineer as it would show them familiar things with information about them they had not heard and would show them great achievements from prior centuries of equal interest. Since then, I have bought dozens of copies since to give to engineers in our mentor program with the Eagle Scouts in our area and to give to individuals who were recommended to me by parents trying to find a way to counsel their kids about going into engineering. In every case of the latter, the kids decided to enroll in engineering or changed majors to engineering. A key element of the book is it addressing the international view rather than just an American perspective.
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SIB Modeler
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic
Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2013
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I have worked in the field of engineering for over 30 years and this book is a great inspiration. This book will appeal to those with decades of experience as well as younger folks who may be just entering the field or considering engineering as a career.

The book is arranged in a nice time line and also groups similar fields into categories such as bridge construction, automotive, aerospace, etc.....

I thoroughly enjoyed the history, explanations, background and graphics that accompany each engineers' biography. You can spend a few minutes learning about a particular individual or spend many hours going through all the bios.

A must have book for all engineers and those interested in the history of technology.
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Sebastian Garcia
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent reference for engineers of all kinds
Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2013
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I admit, i'm a kid just starting off college doing basic classes and not engineering classes yet, but by looking through this book, i recommend it to anyone interested in engineering, and even history!

I saw this book at Barnes & Noble, and it was too expensive, but i got it here for a reasonable price and it arrived in very good shape.

Not only is the work of past engineers amazing, but also the times they have been through to do such work, like the Wright Brothers improving the airplane, Tesla and electricity, and etc.
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John William Lewis
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2021
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A great addition to the outstanding DK Visual Encyclopedia books.
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Jacob Howard
5.0 out of 5 stars Buy this book. NOW>
Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2013
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This is an amazingly cool book. Huge pictures, in detail explanations, many different inventors and their designs... It makes a great gift, a cool coffee table addition or just something to look at when you're bored. It's marvelous in every possible understanding of the word. ALSO I went to barnes and nobles, it was 40 dollars.... I come on here, it's 16.00 ..... Amazong, thank you for being you.
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Torch 83
4.0 out of 5 stars engineers book
Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2012
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Engineers book - this is a beautiful book, but pretty technical for the average person. It may be more of an adult book than a children's book - Castle and Cathedral were more "kid friendly"
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Kyln
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!
Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2012
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My daughter first purchased this at Books-A-Million for WAY more than Amazon. When we got home I looked it up on Amazon and purchased it for my father who is a 90 yr old retired architect, and myself, and then my daughter purchased it also. The next day she returned the one she bought at Books-A-Million. WAY TO GO AMAZON!
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Douglas M. Hirsch
5.0 out of 5 stars A great addition to his library
Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2018
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This was a gift to my son, who is a Mechanical Engineer (Aerial Engineer) for Fire and Safety Truck design. A great addition to his library.
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Jamie Hall
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 27, 2024
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Very good book
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Kevin J. Sheahan
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent well layed out book
Reviewed in Germany on December 17, 2022
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Good looking interesting book.
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rahoaze
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice Nice Nice
Reviewed in Brazil on November 7, 2019
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Comprehensive content, a must to engineers
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Natasha
5.0 out of 5 stars Great gift idea !
Reviewed in Canada on March 25, 2019
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Got for my son as he was getting his engeneering ring last week.
Great gift idea. He loved it.
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Neeraj
5.0 out of 5 stars Treasure of knowledge
Reviewed in India on December 26, 2018
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Good summary and details in the book. Diagrams illustrated. Exciting enough to intrigue a non engineer like me too.
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