The Golden Gate Bridge

Reviewed by: Phyllis Fuchs - Curtis Memorial Library, Brunswick, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: December 11, 2017

Review

In just thirty two pages this book describes the history and the construction of one of the world's most beautiful bridges. Brief as it is, aided by photographs in color and historic black and white ones, intriguing fact boxes and the author's enthusiastic account, the thirty two pages do succeed in telling the story well. The enormity of the obstacles encountered in the bridge's construction are included in captivating detail. Readers of about eight through twelve years and up should find the book just the right length for a fascinating introduction. A glossary and brief but up-to-date bibliography are appended. Recommended especially to young east coast residents who may look forward to seeing the west coast's famous sites if they have not already done so.

Overall Book Score: very good