Skyscrapers: A History of the World's Most Extraordinary Buildings

Skyscrapers: History of the World’s Most Extraordinary Buildings by Judith Dupré explores the evolution of the skyscraper as an architectural and cultural symbol. The book examines landmark high-rise buildings from around the world, detailing their design, engineering innovations, and the visionaries behind them.

Richly illustrated and accessible to general readers, Dupré’s work traces how skyscrapers have shaped modern cities and reflected changing ideas about technology, ambition, and urban life.