The Statue of Liberty

This book gives a fascinating account of the history of the Statue of Liberty, from the original idea at a French dinner party to its most recent renovation. It includes details on how the statue was built, and information about the creator. An excellent book from the Cornerstones of Freedom series, it contains many photos and illustrations.<br /><br />Series Information: Dramatic and defining moments in American history — from colonial times to the present day — come vividly to life in Cornerstones of Freedom, Second Series. A natural extension of the acclaimed original series, the second series returns its focus to the United States with more of what middle-grade teachers and students are looking for to support history, social studies, and geography curricula.<br /><br />Authoritative and up-to-date, Cornerstones of Freedom, Second Series is an exceptional and indispensable resource for middle-grade readers.