First Comprehensive Survey of the History of BuildingConstruction and Civil Engineering; More than 800 Photographs, ArchivalDrawings, and Specially Commissioned Diagrams."The history of ideas in building engineering is a vast underexploredrange.Bill Addis has written an excellent guide and history that is bothencyclopaedic and subtle . . . [It] should be in every architect ande...(展开全部)

Now in its sixth edition, this bestselling reference focuses on the basic materials and methods used in building construction. Emphasizing common construction systems such as light wood frame, masonry bearing wall, steel frame, and reinforced concrete construction, the new edition includes new information on building materials properties; the latest on "pre-engineered" building...(展开全部)

Braun products have been shown more frequently at exhibitions than those of any other comparable company. Some people find that they reflect basic human values such as authenticity and integrity. For others, they are the very incarnation of German perfectionism. Braun is not merely a trademark; it stands for an all-encompassing concept. For the last five decades, this concept h...(展开全部)

This is the classic, comprehensive, colour survey of textile art and production worldwide, from prehistory to the present day. It is both an authoritative work of reference and a visual delight. The book opens with an expert guide to nine fundamental textile techniques, from rug weaving and tapestry to felt and bark cloth. Each is clearly explained, using line drawings and clos...(展开全部)

Diagram is one of the most used words in contemporary architecture and urban design. It's almost a common understanding of using diagrams to explain the design concept. However, it is more than simply showing the audience to help them understand the idea. Diagramming is an element of design in itself. On more than 750 pages this manual showcases diagrams of avant-garde architec...(展开全部)

Diagram is one of the most used words in contemporary architecture and urban design. It's almost a common understanding of using diagrams to explain the design concept. However, it is more than simply showing the audience to help them understand the idea. Diagramming is an element of design in itself. On more than 750 pages this manual showcases diagrams of avant-garde architec...(展开全部)

From ancient Greek temples to twentieth-century towers, engineers have learned more about design from failure than success. The concept of error, according to the author, is central to the design process. As a way of explaining the enduring aspects of engineering design, he relates stories of some of the greatest engineering successes and failures of all time. These case studie...(展开全部)

The ultimate guide to cryptography, updated from an author team of the world's top cryptography experts. Cryptography is vital to keeping information safe, in an era when the formula to do so becomes more and more challenging. Written by a team of world-renowned cryptography experts, this essential guide is the definitive introduction to all major areas of cryptography: message...(展开全部)