bartholdi, fr?d?ric auguste

The Statue of Liberty is one of the most recognizable monuments in the world, a powerful symbol of freedom and the American dream. For decades, the myth has persisted that the statue was a grand gift from France, but Mitchell reveals how she was in fact the pet project of one quixotic and visionary French sculptor, Fr?d?ric Auguste Bartholdi. Bartholdi not only forged this 151-foot-tall colossus in a workshop in Paris and transported her across the ocean, but battled to raise money for the statue and make her a reality.

Presents the history of the Statue of Liberty from its conception to its completion, how it was transported from France to the United States, and other interesting facts.

Discusses all the planning and efforts that went into the construction of one of the most famous symbols of the United States, the Statue of Liberty.

Describes the creation of the huge statue given by France to the United States and its erection in New York Harbor as a symbol of liberty.

Describes how the French sculptor Fr?d?ric Auguste Bartholdi realized his dream of building the giant Statue of Liberty.

Describes Auguste Bartholdi's conception of the Statue of Liberty, its construction in France, and its eventual erection and dedication in New York Harbor.

Presents an introduction to the Statue of Liberty, in simple text with illustrations, explaining its history and how it came to stand in New York harbor.

Presents the story behind the building of the colossal statue in New York Harbor, France's gift to the U.S. commemorating friendship and symbolizing freedom.

Traces the history of the United States' symbol of freedom, the Statue of Liberty, from its conception and design, through the fund-raising and construction, to its dedication in 1886.