What is the author's tone in Cathedral: The Story of Its Construction by David Macaulay?

The book is presented in an easily accessible tone and format. While the text is typically cataloged as juvenile non-fiction, it covers construction processes presented in a simple but accurate way, and the book is suitable for readers of a wide range of age. Processes, methods, and events are presented in an unemotional and professional manner which allows a great deal of confidence to be placed in the narrative structure.