David Macaulay

Text and black and white illustrations show how the Romans planned and constructed their cities for the people who lived within them.

Text and numerous detailed illustrations introduce and explain the scientific principles and workings of hundreds of machines.

Follows the planning, construction, and ultimate testing in battle of a typical fortress with adjoining town built by the English during the Middle Ages.

"An extended picture book about the history and construction of the steamship SS United States, its designer William Francis Gibbs, and author/illustrator David Macaulay's personal story of immigration to America on board the SS United States."--Provided by publisher.