Mosque
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2003

Mosque

By David Macaulay

Uncover the secrets of mosque construction in 16th-century Turkey.

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Journey to late-sixteenth-century Turkey, where the construction of a grand mosque unfolds. Through vivid illustrations and a fictional narrative, discover the intricate methods and materials that shaped these monumental structures. Explore how these architectural wonders served their communities, blending art and function. What secrets lie within their walls, and how did they influence the society around them? Dive into a world where architecture meets storytelling, revealing the hidden marvels of a bygone era.

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An author and artist who has continually stripped away the mystique of architectural structures that have long fascinated modern people, David Macaulay here reveals the methods and materials used to design and construct a mosque in late-sixteenth- century Turkey. Through the fictional story and Macaulay’s distinctive full-color illustrations, readers will learn not only how such monumental structures were built but also how they functioned in relation to the society they served. As always, Macaulay has given a great deal of attention to the relationship between pictures and text, creating another brilliant celebration of an architectural wonder.

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Format
Paperback
Pages
96
Reading age
10–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
1340L
Themes & topics
Books about constructionBooks about 16th century
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~10.7
F&P level
~Z+
Publication
Published
April 28, 2008
First published
October 22, 2003
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780547015477

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