This is an amazing book that looks at the process of planning, designing, and constructing some of the most incredible structures ever created! David Macaulay is the writer/illustrator of three books: Cathedral, Castle, and Mosque. In this one volume, Macaulay combines these three books. The illustrations are fascinating  and partnered with well written explanations. The vocabulary of architectural engineering is a bit difficult, but Macaulay handles it well within his fictionalized storylines for each building. To further aid as a quick reference, a glossary is included. Anyone who has had the opportunity to visit a cathedral here on this continent or the experience of seeing one or all of these impressive feats of engineering and construction in Europe or Asia will especially appreciate the inside story of their construction provided in this book.

Recommended by:  Katherine Stehman, Elementary Librarian, Pennsylvania, USA