Wholesale The Shard

A sketch on a restaurant menu became London's tallest building--The Shard, a vertical city that reimagined urban space. Young adult readers will discover how architecture, engineering, and sustainability goals shaped this modern marvel. Through interdisciplinary learning connections and vivid photography, the book explores the building's innovative design, cultural impact, and role in urban renewal. Engaging sidebars and accessible text highlight how vision and perseverance transformed the city skyline. This title supports cross-curricular exploration of global cities, technology, and design.