The Twin Towers of the World Trade Center were a symbol of New York City ??? of its dynamic energy and vital importance in international commerce. Thousands of lives were lost when the towers were destroyed on September 11th, 2001. This book pays homage to the creative talent that made possible this extraordinary structure by showing a huge selection of photographs of the Twin Towers from their building to their tragic destruction, and looks to the future in a hopeful way by going beyond the catastrophe to show the future ...
Read More
The Twin Towers of the World Trade Center were a symbol of New York City ??? of its dynamic energy and vital importance in international commerce. Thousands of lives were lost when the towers were destroyed on September 11th, 2001. This book pays homage to the creative talent that made possible this extraordinary structure by showing a huge selection of photographs of the Twin Towers from their building to their tragic destruction, and looks to the future in a hopeful way by going beyond the catastrophe to show the future prospects for Ground Zero and the architectural projects that will bring new life to the entire area. AUTHOR: Peter Skinner has a degree in modern history from Oxford University. A long-time resident of Greenwich Village, he witnessed both the building and destruction of the World Trade Center. Skinner specializes in New York City affairs, writing and editing material for federal, state and city agencies and for many universities in the New York region. He is the author of a prize-winning guidebook focuses on the interests and needs of business executives relocating to the city. Mike Wallace, co-author of the Pulitzer-Prize winning Gotham: A History of New York City to1898, is Distinguished Professor of History at John Jay College of Criminal Justice (City University of New York). He is also Director of the Gotham Center for New York City History at the CUNY Graduate School. Giorgio Tartaro works with the Istituto dell'Enciclopedia Treccani in Rome, and writes for the architecture magazine, Domus. ILLUSTRATIONS: 175 colour photographs *
Read Less
Add this copy of World Trade Center: the Giants That Defied the Sky to cart. $2.98, new condition, Sold by Orion Tech rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Arlington, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2002 by Gardners Books.
Add this copy of World Trade Center: the Giants That Defied the Sky to cart. $2.98, very good condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Baltimore rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Halethorpe, MD, UNITED STATES, published 2002 by White Star.
Add this copy of World Trade Center: the Giants That Defied the Sky to cart. $2.99, very good condition, Sold by HPB-Emerald rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2002 by White Star.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of World Trade Center: the Giants That Defied the Sky to cart. $2.99, very good condition, Sold by HPB-Diamond rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2002 by white star.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of World Trade Center: the Giants That Defied the Sky to cart. $2.99, very good condition, Sold by HPB Inc. rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2002 by White Star.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of World Trade Center: the Giants That Defied the Sky to cart. $3.00, good condition, Sold by HPB-Red rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2002 by White Star.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used textbooks may not include companion materials such as access codes, etc. May have some wear or limited writing/highlighting. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of World Trade Center: the Giants That Defied the Sky to cart. $3.49, very good condition, Sold by Half Price Books Inc rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2002 by white star.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of World Trade Center: the Giants That Defied the Sky to cart. $3.99, good condition, Sold by Redux Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Wyoming, MI, UNITED STATES, published 2002 by White Star.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Good. Size: 14x8x0; Hardcover. NO DUST JACKET. Pages are clean and unmarked. Covers show light edge wear with rubbing/light scuffing. Binding is tight, hinges strong.; 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Ships same or next business day!
Add this copy of World Trade Center: Past, Present, Future to cart. $4.08, very good condition, Sold by HPB-Movies rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2011 by White Star Publishers.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of World Trade Center (Updated Edition) to cart. $4.97, very good condition, Sold by HPB-Emerald rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Barnes & Noble.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!