A review by sulata
Built: The Hidden Stories Behind Our Structures by Roma Agrawal

3.0

I found this book to be quite enjoyable. Roma Agrawal skillfully explores the fundamental elements and materials utilized in our everyday structures. She also provides a historical perspective on the evolution of material usage throughout ancient times. I genuinely loved her narrative style and her storytelling.

Okay!! Coming towards the flaw inside the book is her occasional self-centeredness. She frequently refers to the bridge and building as "hers". She fails to acknowledge the collaborative nature of engineering projects and how much team effort is important.

If you want a book that anyone can enjoy and learn from, this is the one. It explains what structural engineers do in a way that anyone can understand. It's a perfect and inspiring book for young people who are interested in building things.