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Building Big : Tunnels

Title
Building Big : Tunnels [videorecording] / a co-production of WGBH Science Unit and Production Group, Inc. ; written, produced and directed by Eugenie Vink.
ISBN
1593752121
Published
[South Burlington, VT?] : WGBS Boston Video, c2000.
Physical Description
1 videodisc (67 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Notes
Originally aired on Public Television.
Special features: printable materials for educators and parents ; access to the Building big Web site.
Edited by Mickey Green.
Closed-captioned.
Summary
How do tunnels stay dry under water? Who dug the first tunnels? Go underground with award-winning author-illustrator, and captivating storyteller, David Macaulay, and get an amazing look at tunnels through spectacular film footage, little-known facts and dramatic recreations. From ancient Rome to the remarkable Channel Tunnel that connects France and England, Tunnels introduces courageous engineers, relives deadly disasters, and reveals little-known personal triumphs and tragedies.
Variant and related titles
Tunnels
Building big. Tunnels
Format
Images / Video & Film
Language
English
Added to Catalog
February 07, 2005
Credits
Edited by Mickey Green.
Performers
Hosted by David Macaulay.
System details note
DVD.
Videorecording number
WG32259 WGBH Boston Video
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