Each book in the Frameworks series is heavily illustrated in full color and includes detailed line art to illustrate complex scientific and mathematical concepts and principles. Engaging text and real-world case studies demonstrate the application of such concepts as mass, force, speed, and energy. Sidebar boxes highlight biographies, important dates, discoveries, key places and structures, as well as important concepts. Feature spreads illustrate key events, structures, and case studies. Written by authoritative authors, each book includes an extensive glossary and a Find Out More section of print and Internet resources.

In addition to serving the middle school science curriculum, this series will also appeal to high school students who want extra focus on architecture, as well as younger readers who want to advance in their science studies. Because they present real-world examples, the books are also ideal for adult education science courses.

Review(s): This handsome and informative volume from the Frameworks series presents monuments from ancient civilizations. As well as discussing Egyptian pyramids, Greek temples, Roman buildings, and megalithic monuments in Britain, the book includes interesting chapters on architecture in Mesoamerica, the early Middle East, and ancient China and Japan. A particular strength of the writing is the attention to the details of technology and engineering know-how that enabled ancient cultures to build such impressive and sometimes surprising sophisticated monuments. ... This well-written book has an inviting format, with nicely spaced lines, appealing page design, and at least one illustration on each double-page spread. Most are excellent color photos of ancient sites, but other captioned photos and clearly labeled diagrams also illustrate the text. Booklist review of 'Ancient Monuments'

The valuable information, coupled with outstanding, current photographs and clear drawings make this book a useful addition. School Library Journal review of 'Bridges and Spans'

The authors discuss the sociohistorical and mathematical concepts in great depth. These informative books are... ideal for dedicated researchers. Diagrams, charts, and full-color photographs are appropriately placed and well captioned. An extensive glossary and index round out each of the meticulous surveys. School Library Journal review of 'Ancient Monuments,' 'Dams and Waterways,' 'Modern Wonders,' and 'Skyscrapers and High Rises'