Summary:
The book explores the engineering marvels behind iconic structures, delving into the scientific principles and human stories that have shaped architecture and construction throughout history. It provides insights into the materials, challenges, and innovations that have enabled humans to create skyscrapers, bridges, and other feats of engineering.
Key points:
1. Foundations' Importance: Agrawal highlights how foundations support structures and distribute their weight. She covers various types, like piles and caissons, and uses the leaning Tower of Pisa as an example of foundation failure.
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