Great Buildings: The World's Architectural Masterpieces Explored and Explained

A unique guided tour of more than 50 of the world's greatest buildings, from monumental pyramids to glittering 21st-century skyscrapers.
- Tells the stories behind the world's great buildings - why they were built, who they were made for, and how they were constructed.
- Analyses each building visually, with the help of stunning 3D cut-away artworks and close-up details.
- Explains how to "read" a building, identifying and explaining key architectural features and elements of style.
- Provides a fascinating chronological overview of the history of architecture.