Secret Subway: The Fascinating Tale of an Amazing Feat of Engineering
School year: Year 6, Year 7, Year 8
No. of pages 96
Published: 2009
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"Secret Subway: The Fascinating Tale of an Amazing Feat of Engineering" by Martin Sandler explores the remarkable story of the underground subway constructed in New York City during the late 19th century. The narrative delves into the challenges faced by engineers, the innovative technology they employed, and the societal impact of this monumental project. Through engaging anecdotes and historical context, Sandler captures the spirit of ambition and determination that led to the creation of a transportation system that transformed urban life. The book highlights the blend of ingenuity and risk-taking that marked this significant achievement in engineering history. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at children at US 5th grade+.
This book has been graded for interest at 11-14 years.
There are 96 pages in this book. This book was published in 2009 by National Geographic Kids .
Martin W. Sandler is the author of more than 50 books, two of which have been nominated for the Pulitzer Prize. His book, The Story of American Photography / An Illustrated History for Young People (Little Brown) received The Horn Book Award. Mr. Sandler has also won seven Emmys for his television work and has taught American history and American studies at both the University of Massachusetts and Smith College.