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Architecture Public, Commercial & Industrial

Golden Gate Bridge

History and Design of an Icon

by (author) Donald MacDonald & Ira Nadel

Publisher
Chronicle Books
Initial publish date
Apr 2008
Category
Public, Commercial & Industrial, Landmarks & Monuments, Bridges
Recommended Reading age
13 to 18
  • Hardback

    ISBN
    9780811863377
    Publish Date
    Apr 2008
    List Price
    $28.95

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Description

Nine million people visit the Golden Gate Bridge each year, yet how many know why it's painted that stunning shade of"international orange"? Or that ancient Mayan and Art Deco buildings influenced the design? Current bridge architectDonald MacDonald answers these questions and others in a friendly, informative look at the bridge's engineering and 70-year history. This accessible account is accompanied by 70 of MacDonald's own charming color illustrations, making it easy to understand how the bridge was designed and constructed. A fascinating study for those interested in architecture, design, or anyone with a soft spot for San Francisco, Golden Gate Bridge is a fitting tribute to this timeless icon.

About the authors

Donald C. MacDonald led the Ontario New Democratic Party and its predeccesor, the Co-operative Commonwealth Federation, from 1953 to 1970, and continued to represent the Toronto riding of York South until 1982, when he resigned the seat to make way for future-premier Bob Rae.

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