The New York Times bestselling author of Skyscrapers reveals the inside story of the most astonishing architectural project in recent memory. Judith Dupré, the only writer given unfettered access to the Port Authority’s site and archives, chronicles the fourteen years of effort and ingenuity that resulted in this1,776- foot-tall engineering marvel. Exquisitely produced and lavishly illustrated, One World Trade Center features hundreds of exclusive images and interviews, timelines, cutaway diagrams, and historic photos, as well as in-depth chapters on Two, Three, Four, and Seven World Trade Center; the National September 11 Memorial & Museum; Liberty Park; St. Nicholas National Shrine; and the Transportation Hub.