Built to Last
- ISBN-10
- 1617419893
- ISBN-13
- 9781617419898
- Series
- Built to Last
- Category
- Buildings
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2011-08
- Author
- Joanne Mattern
Description
Explores the forces of nature and how humans can create buildings that are prepared for earthquakes, hurricanes, and other natural disasters.
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