The Seven Wonders of the World

The Seven Wonders of the World: Ancient, Medieval and Modern, written by Hereward Carrington, is a comprehensive exploration of the most awe-inspiring and iconic structures in human history. The book delves into the seven wonders of the ancient world, including the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, and the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus. It also covers the seven wonders of the medieval world, such as the Colosseum in Rome and the Great Wall of China. The book then moves on to the modern wonders of the world, including the Eiffel Tower, the Panama Canal, and the Golden Gate Bridge. Carrington provides detailed descriptions of each wonder, along with their history, architecture, and cultural significance. He also includes fascinating anecdotes and stories about the construction and discovery of each wonder.The Seven Wonders of the World: Ancient, Medieval and Modern is a captivating read for anyone interested in history, architecture, and the marvels of human ingenuity. It is a timeless exploration of the world's most remarkable structures and a testament to the enduring impact they have had on human civilization.This is a new release of the original 1947 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.