New York City boasts one of the most famous skylines in the world, and
the Empire State Building is undeniably the focal point of this
incredible view. At 102 stories, the structure was no small feat. In
fact, its construction coincided with the onset of the Great Depression,
and so progress was met with numerous setbacks. Still, because of the
efficiency that went into the building's development, it only took a
year and forty-five days to complete! In this informative, easy-to-read
account, Janet B. Pascal describes the rise of skyscrapers in the United
States, the intricacies of the groundbreaking construction process, and
the effect the iconic Empire State Building continues to have today.