About This Book
A parent should reach for this book when their child starts asking how the big, impressive structures in their world actually work. Perfect for the budding engineer or architect, this book is a beautifully illustrated journey into the science and history of bridges. It clearly explains complex concepts like tension and compression while exploring the evolution of bridge design from simple log beams to magnificent suspension spans. The book validates a child's deep curiosity about the built environment, framing human ingenuity and perseverance as a creative adventure. Its detailed diagrams and accessible text make it ideal for children who learn visually and love to deconstruct how things are made, turning every car ride into a new discovery.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is a secular, fact-based work of non-fiction. It does mention historical bridge collapses, such as the Tacoma Narrows Bridge, but the approach is purely scientific and analytical. These events are presented as important case studies from which engineers learned, focusing on the physics of failure rather than any human tragedy. The tone is educational and matter-of-fact.
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