Elizabeth Mann Libri

Describes the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge, from its conception by John Roebling in 1852 through its final completion under the direction of his son, Washington, in 1883.

From start to finish, Mann tracks the wonders of architecture, engineering, and construction that went into the creation of the tallest building in the world for the time. Fascinating profiles describe the individuals who dreamed of and built this architectural marvel. Archival photographs recreate the heady world of the steelworkers out on the girders, high above the city streets. Wonders of the World series The winner of numerous awards, this series is renowned for Elizabeth Mann's ability to convey adventure and excitement while revealing technical information in engaging and easily understood language. The illustrations are lavishly realistic and accurate in detail but do not ignore the human element. Outstanding in the genre, these books are sure to bring even the most indifferent young reader into the worlds of history, geography, and architecture. "One of the ten best non-fiction series for young readers."- Booklist

Describes the engineering, construction, and social and historical contexts of the Hoover Dam.

The well-illustrated story of the building of the Taj Mahal, one of the world's most beautiful monuments, and the Mughal dynasty in India whose 5th emperor built it. Part of the award-winning Wonders of World series.

Set against the stunning backdrop of British Columbia's Okanagan Valley, this novel chronicles the lives of four generations of ranchers from 1870 to 1985. It explores the challenges and triumphs faced by these families, intertwined with the fluctuating cattle prices that shape their destinies. Through the lens of their experiences, themes of resilience, hope, and the passage of time are vividly depicted, illustrating how each generation grapples with the age-old adage that tomorrow will bring better days.

Set against the backdrop of 1970s Canada, a group of 'back-to-the-landers' embarks on a challenging journey to restore and manage a historic ranch. Amidst the struggles of soaring interest rates and rampant inflation, they confront both the hardships of rural life and the beauty of their surroundings. The narrative explores themes of resilience, community, and the pursuit of a simpler life, capturing the spirit of a generation seeking to reconnect with the land and their roots.

For nearly 20 years the National Physical Laboratory was operated on behalf of government by NPL Management Limited, a private company formed in 1995 specifically for that purpose. As Finance Director for almost the entire period, Alan Mann charts its transformation from a government agency to a thriving commercial business whilst at the same time protecting its scientific integrity and standing as one of the top three metrology institutes in the world. This could not have been achieved without a common understanding of shared values encapsulated in a document - 'partnering in practice' which remains as relevant today as it did then. His story describes how, through a period of government changes, political intrigue, economic upheaval and decant of operations from 82 buildings to a new state-of-the-art laboratory, it still emerged as a stronger and fitter organisation. It discusses the fundamentals that supported this sometimes uncomfortable cultural shift and how a truly effective partnership can be of significant benefit to government, the private sector and the taxpaying public alike.