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Cathedral: A Caldecott Honor Award Winner (Sandpiper) by Macaulay, David

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ISBN
9780395316689

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Product Identifiers

Publisher
HarperCollins
ISBN-10
0395316685
ISBN-13
9780395316689
eBay Product ID (ePID)
127953

Product Key Features

Book Title
Cathedral : by the Author of the Way Things Work
Number of Pages
80 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Architecture, Buildings / Religious, Technology / How Things Work-Are Made, Technology / Inventions
Publication Year
1981
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Architecture, Juvenile Nonfiction
Author
David Macaulay
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.2 in
Item Weight
13 Oz
Item Length
12 in
Item Width
9 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Juvenile Audience
LCCN
73-006634
Dewey Edition
20
Reviews
"This marvelous book recreates the building of a French Gothic cathedral from the hewing down of half a forest to the placement of the last sheet of lead on the spire. Macaulay uses voluminous knowledge and pen-and-ink sketches accompanied by a brief clear narrative." Time Magazine, This marvelous book recreates the building of a French Gothic cathedral from the hewing down of half a forest to the placement of the last sheet of lead on the spire. Macaulay uses voluminous knowledge and pen-and-ink sketches accompanied by a brief clear narrative.
Grade From
Fifth Grade
Grade To
Seventh Grade
Dewey Decimal
726.6
Synopsis
This richly illustrated book shows the intricate step-by-step process of an imaginary cathedral's growth., A Caldecott Honor Book Readers worldwide recognize Caldecott Medal winner David Macaulay's imaginary Cathedral of Chutreaux. This critically acclaimed book has been translated into a dozen languages and remains a classic of children's literature and a touchstone for budding architects. Cathedral' s numerous awards include a Caldecott Honor and designation as a New York Times Best Illustrated Book of the Year for Macaulay's intricate pen-and-ink illustrations. Journey back to centuries long ago and visit the fictional people of twelfth-, thirteenth-, and fourteenth-century Europe whose dreams, like Cathedral, stand the test of time., Readers worldwide recognize Caldecott Medal winner David Macaulay's imaginary Cathedral of Chutreaux. This critically acclaimed book has been translated into a dozen languages and remains a classic of children's literature and a touchstone for budding architects. Cathedral' s numerous awards include a prestigious Caldecott Honor and designation as a New York Times Best Illustrated Book of the Year for Macaulay's intricate pen-and-ink illustrations. Journey back to centuries long ago and visit the fictional people of twelfth-, thirteenth-, and fourteenth-century Europe whose dreams, like Cathedral, stand the test of time. This title has been selected as a Common Core text exemplar (Grades 6-8, Informational Texts: Science, Mathematics, and Technical Studies)., A Caldecott Honor Book Readers worldwide recognize Caldecott Medal winner David Macaulay's imaginary Cathedral of Chutreaux. This critically acclaimed book has been translated into a dozen languages and remains a classic of children's literature and a touchstone for budding architects. Cathedral's numerous awards include a Caldecott Honor and designation as a New York Times Best Illustrated Book of the Year for Macaulay's intricate pen-and-ink illustrations. Journey back to centuries long ago and visit the fictional people of twelfth-, thirteenth-, and fourteenth-century Europe whose dreams, like Cathedral, stand the test of time.
LC Classification Number
NA4830 .M32

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  • A great book about how cathedrals were built

    A fascinating look at how cathedrals were built. All done with pen and ink illustrations, but they are detailed and interesting. Good for adults and younger children.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: second.sale

  • Great way to catch student's interest

    David MacCaulaybooks are amazing as always. Great for classroom , homeschool, or individual.

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  • A gem for readers of all ages.

    This is a wonderful story and explanation about how the cathedrals were built. It reveals how much planning and skill were involved. I thought of Notre Dame of Paris while reading it.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: mtwyouth

  • Perfect

    A well told and illustrated story of the building of a cathedral It is a terrific book and should answer any questions about the construction of a cathedral It is for adults as well as students and answers many questions.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: NewSold by: greatbookprices1

  • Good condition, beautiful illustrations,...

    Good condition, beautiful illustrations, so fun to read.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: second.sale