Sydney Opera House

Matthews, Sheelagh2009

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Summary

Identifies one of the world's best-known structures, exploring its history, the people responsible for its creation, and the science behind its construction.

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Main title:

Sydney Opera House / by Sheelagh Matthews

Author:

Matthews, Sheelagh

Imprint:

New York NY Weigl Publishers 2009

Collation:

32 p. colour illustrations

Contents:

Sydney Opera House - History - Design inspired by nature - Profile: architect Jørn Utzon - Science behind the building - Science and technology - Computer aided design - Building an icon - Measurements - Harmony with the environment - Construction careers - Notable structures - Structural icons around the world - Quiz - Exploring spherical geometry.

ISBN:

9781590369371 (paperback)

Dewey class:

725.822 SYD

Local class:

725.822

Language:

English

Subject:

Utzon, Jørn, 1918-2008Sydney Opera House (NSW)

BRN:

978