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Tower Bridge: History * Engineering * Design

Tower Bridge: History * Engineering * Design

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Tower Bridge, designed by Sir Horace Jones and Sir John Wolfe Barry, is a famous and recognizable bridge in the world. This new book celebrates the 125th anniversary of its opening by exploring its history, engineering, and design.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 192 pages
\n Publication date: 21 February 2019
\n Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd
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Tower Bridge, situated near the iconic Tower of London, stands as one of the most renowned and instantly recognizable bridges worldwide. Its inauguration took place on June 30, 1894, marking the culmination of a remarkable collaboration between architect Sir Horace Jones and engineer Sir John Wolfe Barry. This extraordinary combined suspension and bascule bridge stands as a testament to human ingenuity and engineering prowess.

To commemorate the 125th anniversary of its grand opening, this new publication has been released. It delves into the rich history of Tower Bridge, placing it within the broader context of the River Thames and its numerous crossings. Moreover, the book will primarily focus on the intricate design and meticulous construction of this architectural marvel.

Packed with an abundance of captivating old and new images, sourced from the extensive collections of the London Metropolitan Archives and commissioned exclusively for this publication, Tower Bridge: History • Engineering • Design presents a comprehensive and visually stunning illustrated study of this extraordinary piece of architecture and engineering.

This captivating book will appeal to anyone with an interest in history, architecture, or engineering, offering a profound insight into the legacy of Tower Bridge and its enduring significance in the world of bridges.

\n Weight: 1114g\n
Dimension: 278 x 215 x 26 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780500343494\n \n

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