The Tower Of Pisa
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Author |
: Nicholas Shrady |
Publisher |
: Pocket Books |
Total Pages |
: 161 |
Release |
: 2004 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0743450698 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780743450690 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (98 Downloads) |
Synopsis Tilt by : Nicholas Shrady
In this unconventional biography, the author recounts the tower's rich history, from its abortive beginnings in 1173 through to its ongoing stabilization today, and examines the various symbolisms that have projected on it throughout the ages.
Author |
: J.B. Burland |
Publisher |
: CRC Press |
Total Pages |
: 83 |
Release |
: 2020-08-26 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781000164688 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1000164683 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (88 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Tower of Pisa by : J.B. Burland
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is known worldwide for its five-degree lean. The Tower is the Campanile of the Cathedral, which together with the Baptistry and Cemetery form a breath-taking collection of monuments which are regarded as supreme examples of early Renaissance Romanesque architecture. In March 1990 the Tower was closed to the public as it was declared unsafe and close to collapse. A Commission was set up by the Italian Government with the task of developing and implementing stabilization measures. This book begins with a brief description of the history of the Tower and its construction. The reader is then introduced to the huge challenges faced by the Commission in designing and implementing appropriate stabilization measures whilst at the same time satisfying the demanding requirements of conserving a world heritage monument. In particular, two historical studies are described which proved to be most valuable in arriving at suitable stabilization measures. The first was a deduction of the history of inclination of the tower during and subsequent to construction. The results of this study were used to calibrate a sophisticated numerical model of the tower and the underlying very soft ground which proved vital in evaluating the effectiveness of various stabilization schemes. The second study was of measurements of movement made since 1911. This latter study revealed an unexpected mechanism of foundation movement which proved crucial in developing the temporary and permanent stabilization measures and which resulted in the Tower being re-opened to the public in June 2001. The book will appeal to both professionals and students in the fields of Architecture and Civil Engineering. It will also interest specialised audiences of geotechnical engineers and conservation architects. It may also be of wider interest to anyone planning to visit Pisa or who is intrigued as to what caused the Tower to lean and how it was stabilized.
Author |
: Piero Pierotti |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 121 |
Release |
: 2007-01-01 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9791427605114 |
ISBN-13 |
: |
Rating |
: 4/5 (14 Downloads) |
Synopsis A Brief History of the Leaning Tower of Pisa by : Piero Pierotti
Author |
: Emily Mahoney |
Publisher |
: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP |
Total Pages |
: 32 |
Release |
: 2019-07-15 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781538237854 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1538237857 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (54 Downloads) |
Synopsis 20 Fun Facts About the Leaning Tower of Pisa by : Emily Mahoney
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is famous for doing something that all buildings should be built to do: stay up. Readers learn about the tower, why it leans, why it was built, and how to visit and enjoy it through this engagingly fun text. Present-day and historical photographs help draw readers in, and the fun fact format gives young readers an accessible way to learn about this Italian architectural blunder, which is also viewed as a masterpiece for its time.
Author |
: Adam Furgang |
Publisher |
: Core Library |
Total Pages |
: 0 |
Release |
: 2018 |
ISBN-10 |
: 1532113730 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781532113734 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (30 Downloads) |
Synopsis Engineering the Leaning Tower of Pisa by : Adam Furgang
This book introduces readers to the tower's history, examines why the tilt developed in the first place, and discusses the methods that have been used to stabilize the tower and keep it safe for visitors.
Author |
: Nicole Orr |
Publisher |
: Purple Toad Publishing |
Total Pages |
: 32 |
Release |
: 2019-06 |
ISBN-10 |
: 1624693474 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781624693472 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (74 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Leaning Tower of Pisa by : Nicole Orr
"Would you be surprised to find out that the Leaning Tower of Pisa wasn't supposed to lean? It started to lean while it was being built. Find out why the tower leans, as well as some of the crazy ideas people had for fixing it!"--Publisher's description.
Author |
: Stefan Pabst |
Publisher |
: Walter Foster Publishing |
Total Pages |
: 128 |
Release |
: 2016-11-14 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781633223455 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1633223450 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (55 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Art of 3D Drawing by : Stefan Pabst
Artists won't believe their eyes as they learn to draw with photorealistic detail. The Art of 3D Drawing shows artists how to transform simple pencil sketches into jaw-dropping, photorealistic masterpieces. Through a variety of step-by-step exercises and demonstrations, pencil artists learn to take their drawing skills to a whole new level, beginning with a review of the basics, including perspective, shading, rendering textures, and building dimension. Practice lessons then demonstrate how to draw a range of subjects in realistic detail, from food and candy wrappers to animals and portraits. Finally, aspiring artists learn to use color media, including pencils and airbrushing, to add even greater dimension and realism to their artwork to complete their three-dimensional masterpieces.
Author |
: Valerio Ascani |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 82 |
Release |
: 2014 |
ISBN-10 |
: 8846739086 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9788846739087 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (86 Downloads) |
Synopsis Leaning Tower of Pisa. Concept and Realisation of a Medieval Masterpiece by : Valerio Ascani
Author |
: Lane Cooper |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 102 |
Release |
: 2013-10 |
ISBN-10 |
: 1494004372 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781494004378 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (72 Downloads) |
Synopsis Aristotle, Galileo and the Tower of Pisa by : Lane Cooper
This is a new release of the original 1935 edition.
Author |
: Shoo Rayner |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 50 |
Release |
: 2014-03 |
ISBN-10 |
: 1908944196 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781908944191 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (96 Downloads) |
Synopsis Everyone Can Draw by : Shoo Rayner
If you can make a mark on a piece of paper you can draw! If you can write your name... you can draw! Millions of people watch Shoo Rayner's Drawing Tutorials on his award-winning YouTube channel - ShooRaynerDrawing. learn to draw with Shoo Rayner too! In this book, Shoo shows you how, with a little practice, you can learn the basic shapes and techniques of drawing and soon be creating your own, fabulous works of art. Everyone can draw. That means you too!