Building history series

Overview of the planning, engineering and construction of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California, considered to be one of the seven wonders of the world.

An illustrated survey of the construction and history of the Colosseum, the enormous oval amphitheater that has stood in Rome for 1,900 years.

Describes the building of the extravagant palace at Versailles in its historical context, particularly as a reflection of the personality and influence of Louis XIV.

Discusses the origins, construction, completion, uses, history, and eventual ruin of the Parthenon.

Describes how medieval castles were built and examines the daily lives of those inhabiting them.

Describes the construction of roads and aqueducts in ancient Rome, life and customs along the roads, water distribution and aqueduct maintenance, and the building of bridges.

Describes the history and culture of the Vikings and attributes much of their exploring and raiding success to the well-designed longship.