You wouldn't want to work on the Hoover Dam! : an explosive job you'd rather not do / written by Ian Graham ; illustrated by David Antram ; created and designed by David Salariya.
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TextSeries: You wouldn't want to--Publication details: New York : Franklin Watts, c2012.Description: 32 p. : col. ill. ; 25 cmISBN: - 0531208710 (library binding)
- 0531209466 (pbk.)
- 9780531208717 (library binding)
- 9780531209462 (pbk.)
| Item type | Home library | Collection | Call number | Materials specified | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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Children's Book
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Main Library | Children's NonFiction | 627.8097 G739 | Available | 33111006716316 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
In 1920s America, life is hard, and many people are out of work. But you have the chance to work on a truly massive building project: a giant dam that will provide power and water for years to come, and prevent the devastating floods caused by the Colorado River.
Does being a Ninja Warrior or a Pony Express Rider sound fun and exciting to you? Get ready to discover the not-so-pretty truth! In this lively series, YOU are the main character in some of history's goriest, darkest, and most horrific moments. Hilarious illustrations, captions, and sidebars leave no doubt that you simply wouldn't want to be there.
Includes index.
The crash -- Good news -- Ragtown -- An army of workers -- Diverting the river -- Pay day -- High-scalers -- Pouring concrete -- A new lake -- Powerhouse -- Opening day -- Tourism.
Describes the hazards to being one of the many builders during the construction of the Hoover Dam, including the tough living conditions, the extreme heights, and the diverting of a river.
Age 8 and up.