Click Here to Download: https://ouo.io/G8i9Ta Lincoln Memorial The Story and Design of an American Monument By: Jay Sacher Publisher: Chronicle Books LLC Print ISBN: 9781452127170, 1452127174 eText ISBN: 9781452131986, 1452131988 Copyright year: 2014 Format: EPUB Available from $ 12.99 USD SKU 9781452131986 Though Abraham Lincoln remains one of the most beloved figures in American history and millions of people visit the Lincoln Memorial each year, few are familiar with the intriguing stories behind this national monument. In authoritative yet friendly text and handsome watercolor illustrations, this volume reveals fascinating facts about the monument's design and construction, historic events that took place there, and insights into the role this elegant edifice has played in the creation of a national identity. From 19th-century political infighting to Martin Luther King Jr. and beyond, this is a celebration of an iconic American and a famous memorial— and the ideal gift for architecture lovers and history buffs.
