Concrete Planet
The Strange and Fascinating Story of the World's Most Common Man-Made Material
A history of concrete, which is far more interesting than it sounds. Starting with concrete’s prehistoric origins, the book covers its extensive use by the Romans, the development of different types of cements in the Industrial Revolution, and the invention of reinforced concrete. Stories include the making of the first tunnel under a river, the construction of the famous Sydney Opera House, and the creative use of concrete by Frank Lloyd Wright.
I enjoyed this book but wouldn’t recommend it unless you’re as into industrial history as I am (which, if you’re reading this site, maybe you are).
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