A unique guided tour of more than 50 of the world"s greatest buildings, from monumental pyramids to glittering 21st-century skyscrapers. Tells the stories behind the world"s great buildings - why they were built, who they were made for, and how they were constructed. Analyses each building visually, with the help of stunning 3D cut-away artworks and close-up details. Explains how to "read" a building, identifying and explaining key architectural features and elements of style. Provides a fascinating chronological overview of the history of architecture.