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A Grand Idea: How William J. Wilgus Created Grand Central Terminal
| Author: |
Hoyt, Megan Szalay, Dave (Ilt) |
| Binding: |
Hardcover
Picture Books |
| List Price: | $24.99 |
| Our Price: | $5.74 CAD |
| Sale Price: | 5.16 CAD |
| Qty Avail: | 5 |
| ISBN: | 9780063064744 |
| Publisher: | Quill Tree Books |
| Language: | English |
| Page Count: | 48 |
| Publication Date: | 1/23/2024 |
| Size: | 11.31" l x 9.34" w x 0.43 |
| Series: | N/A |
| Category | Subject |
|---|---|
| Children Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography |
| Children Nonfiction | History |
Written by award-winning author Megan Hoyt, this thoughtful STEM picture book biography about the brilliant architect of Grand Central Terminal is a celebration of resilience in the face of adversity, creative problem solving, and, of course, trains!
There was once a place in New York City that had a tennis club, movie theater, and art gallery—all in the same building! It also had a secret passageway, a huge library, and even a ski slope.
This astounding building is Grand Central Terminal, and it was the work of one brilliant man: William J. Wilgus. When William, an experienced engineer, wanted to create a new electric-powered train system, he knew he needed to house this special fleet somewhere exceptional. His grand idea of a solution? An underground multilevel train station that would become an iconic New York landmark, and one that is still an integral part of the city over a century later.
Acclaimed author Megan Hoyt pays homage to William J. Wilgus and his crowning achievement in this STEM-oriented picture book biography, with whimsical illustrations by Dave Szalay.
