Skyscrapers define the American city. Through a narrative text and gorgeous historical photographs, Skywalkers by David Weitzman explores Native American history and the evolution of structural engineering and architecture, illuminating the Mohawk ironworkers who risked their lives to build our cities and their lasting impact on our urban landscape.

The book is about a young man's journey through his early age years working as an ironworker to provide money for his poverty challenged family.

Photocopy of typescript of a manuscript dated Dec. 15, 1868. Manuscript contains: a reprint of a "memoir" of Harrison from "Bishop's history of American manufacturers"; a transcript of the author's speech at La Prairie House, Philadelphia on April 27, 1859; notes on contracts with Russia; ancestral notes of the Harrison and Crawford families; and an autobiographical section, including vignettes of life in Russia, and a first-person account of the Coup d'état in Paris, Dec. 2, 1851.

Jojo wants to be just like his dad when he grows up. Jojo's father is an ironworker who helps build big, tall buildings. Once, when Jojo went to work with his father, he discovered that he has secret, superhero abilities. Now, Jojo is on a mission to help hisfather and the other workers construct buildings that are important to the world. Will Jojo be able to defeat the metal mites? Follow Jojo on his adventure to find out.

This comprehensive manual is an essential resource for anyone working in the ironworking trade. From basic safety procedures to advanced techniques for welding and fabrication, it covers all the skills and knowledge required to succeed in this demanding field. With clear and detailed instructions, helpful diagrams, and practical tips from experienced ironworkers, this book is an indispensable guide for anyone seeking to master the art of ironworking. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.