Jonnes, Jill
Eiffel's Tower For Young People
- ISBN 13:
- 9781609809171
- author:
- Jonnes, Jill
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Seven Stories Press,U.S.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 360
- Dimensions:
- 20.3 x 14 centimetres (0.37 kg)
- Genre:
- General, Young Adult, Biography & Autobiography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Eiffel Tower for Young People is a vivid and lively account of the 1889 World's Fair, a global event that showcased the cultural and technological achievements of nations on the threshold of a new century. France presented its iconic Eiffel Tower as a symbol of national pride and engineering superiority, while the United States showcased its Wild West show and innovative inventions like Thomas Edison's phonograph. Historical photos throughout the book bring to life the outsized personalities and artistic rivalries that characterized this moment in history. The result is an unforgettable portrait of a unique era, marked by passion and politics.
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