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The Cathedral Of Commerce: The Highest Building In The World (1918)

The Cathedral Of Commerce: The Highest Building In The World (1918)

Cochran, Edwin A.

Hardcover

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ISBN10: 1161688862
ISBN13: 9781161688863
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 32
Weight: 0.83
Height: 0.25 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The Cathedral of Commerce: The Highest Building in the World is a historical book written by Edwin A. Cochran in 1918. The book is a detailed account of the construction of the Woolworth Building, which was the tallest building in the world when it was completed in 1913. The Woolworth Building, located in New York City, was designed by architect Cass Gilbert and was considered a masterpiece of Gothic architecture.The book provides a comprehensive description of the building's design, construction, and the challenges faced by the architects and builders during the construction process. It also covers the history of the Woolworth Company, the owner of the building, and its founder, Frank W. Woolworth.The Cathedral of Commerce: The Highest Building in the World is a fascinating read for anyone interested in architecture, engineering, and the history of New York City. The book is written in a clear and concise manner, making it accessible to both professionals and general readers. It also includes numerous illustrations and photographs, which provide a visual representation of the building's construction and design. Overall, The Cathedral of Commerce is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of skyscrapers and the development of modern architecture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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