Publisher's Synopsis
""The Cathedral of Commerce: The Highest Building in the World"" is a non-fiction book written by Edwin A. Cochran and published in 1918. The book explores the history and construction of the Woolworth Building, which was at the time the tallest building in the world. The Woolworth Building, located in New York City, was designed by architect Cass Gilbert and completed in 1913. The book provides a detailed account of the building's design, construction, and the various challenges faced by its builders. It also delves into the significance of the Woolworth Building as a symbol of American progress and prosperity. The book is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in architecture, engineering, and the history of skyscrapers.""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.
