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An illustrated overview of the history of One World Trade Center in New York City, covering its design, construction, and more.

Looks at a career in construction and building inspection, covering what inspectors do, training, and other related topics.

The book describes how the skyscraper was designed and built, story by story.

Discusses the history and construction of the massive World Trade Center, daily operations, the tragic events of September 11, 2001 and the process of rebuilding it.

Surveys all of the many internship and volunteer opportunities available for those who like to build things, including shipbuilding and instrument-making to cabinetry and furniture-making, to civil engineering and architecture.

A collection of photographs which profile the size, beauty, and architecture of the World Trade Center Towers.

A collection of color photos of New York's World Trade Center, accompanied by an introduction on the landmark's construction, its significance to those who lived in its vicinity, and the impact of its destruction.

Can we develop a robust global economy while protecting the Earth s environment? Are the goals of economic growth and environmental sustainability mutually exclusive? Global Trade and the Environment spotlights environmental issues as they relate to international trade and commerce.

"[An introduction to] One World Trade Center, which is also known as the Freedom Tower.

Describes the history, design, construction, and original controversial nature of the World Trade Center, as well as the terrorist attack that destroyed it on September 11, 2001.

Frances Scott, the penniless niece of an English lord, agrees to marry Bristol trader Josiah Cole, an arrangement that provides her with a home and him with the social contacts he needs to build his business.

Describes what franchises are and how they work, the education and training needed, different kinds of franchise businesses, career opportunities, and more.

Presents an overview of the construction industry and opportunities for employment in the field, looks at training and education programs and facilities, describes thejobs of craftworkers, contractors and builders, and remodelers, and includes reference information.