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Waco

2016
Collects annotated photographs that document the history of Waco, Texas.
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Lincoln Memorial

Discusses the construction, history, and current status of the Washington, D.C., monument to Abraham Lincoln and the freedom, equality, and justice he personified.
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Building the Golden Gate Bridge

2018
Explores the building of the Golden Gate Bridge.
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The White House

2017
Fly Guy buzzes around as a tour guide to the White House, supplying facts about the American presidents and the White House's history.

The Liberty Bell

history's silent witness
"From the British surrender to the Civil War to Women's Suffrage and the fight for Civil Rights, one witness saw it all. Discover why an old cracked bell is still one of our nation's most-loved symbols.".
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Where is the Colosseum?

Describes the construction and history of the Colosseum, the largest oval amphitheater in the center of Rome, Italy.

The Golden Gate Bridge

2017
The Golden Gate Bridge traces the incredible story of the landmark, starting with the idea for the huge suspension bridge and ending with the unveiling of the massive structure.

One World Trade Center

biography of the building
2016
An illustrated overview of the history of One World Trade Center in New York City, covering its design, construction, and more.

Great Synagogue of Budapest

2016
"Built in the mid-1800s, the Great Synagogue of Budapest has remained a constant through difficult times. As many as 20,000 Jewish people sought refuge in the synagogue during the Holocaust of World War II. However, the synagogue was also occupied by Nazi forces for part of the war. [This book explores] ... the facility, history, people, and beliefs behind the building."--Back cover.

Frank Lloyd Wright

early visions

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