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

Uses some of the most famous bridges in the world as examples to demonstrate the math skills required to design them.

Profiles over fifty important bridges around the world, presenting color photos and describing their histories; includes such structures as the Brooklyn Bridge, London's Tower Bridge, Venice's Bridge of Sighs, and the beam bridges of Afghanistan.

This book discusses how math skills are used to calculate materials for the construction of bridges and explains arch bridges, beam bridges, and suspension bridges.

Bridges are more than just a way to get from place to place; they are amazing feats of engineering. From the longest bridges to the oldest bridges, sea bridges to landmark bridges, these engineering marvels have helped to shape our world. Brilliant photographs and graphic organizers, paired with exciting fun facts, will entertain and educate readers. Young engineers will learn about the science behind bridges, the obstacles of construction, and successes in bridge technology from ancient times until today.

Bridges are remarkable structures. Often vast, immense, and sometimes beautiful, they can be icons of cities. David Blockley explains how to read a bridge, how they stand up, and how engineers design them to be so strong. He examines the engineering problems posed by bridges, and considers their cultural, aesthetic, and historical importance.