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

Introduces young men who helped with the statue's construction either in France or later in the United States.

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 the designing of the giant statue in New York Harbor, the ideals of enlightenment and liberty for which it stands, and the immigration activities associated with nearby Ellis Island.

Discusses our Statue of Liberty's conception, creation, and history.

Panoramas, cross sections, and diagrams provide a detailed portrayal of the construction of the Statue of Liberty, one of the nineteenth century's greatest engineering feats.

"Get ready to blast back to the past and learn all about the Statue of Liberty! When people think about the Statue of Liberty, that iconic statue will surely come to mind. But why do we have that statue, and who is that woman anyway? This engaging nonfiction book, complete with black-and-white interior illustrations, will make readers feel like they've traveled back in time. It covers everything from how the statue was built to the history behind...