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It has been a few years since I've read this, and I forgot: does Weisman go at all into the eventual failures that would lead to the collapse of skyscrapers, including the newest ones?

Carolyn McBride He covers what leads to some failures, yes. He touches on some failures of certain bridges, but I suppose metal failure is metal failure no matter if …moreHe covers what leads to some failures, yes. He touches on some failures of certain bridges, but I suppose metal failure is metal failure no matter if it's a bridge or high-rise.(less)

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how many pages does this book have?

Edward This book is 275 pages, not counting index and acknowledgements.
…moreThis book is 275 pages, not counting index and acknowledgements.
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Does this video summarize the book well? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wy7Q6wazD_E

Carolyn McBride The book is so much better than that video! The book goes into more detail, it jumps backward and forwards. There is more detail and more history. The…moreThe book is so much better than that video! The book goes into more detail, it jumps backward and forwards. There is more detail and more history. The book really is worth every cent if you're interested in this subject matter.(less)

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