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Eiffel's Tower: And the World's Fair Where Buffalo Bill Beguiled Paris, theArtists Quarreled, and Thomas Edison Became a Count,Used
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The story of the worldfamous monument and the extraordinary world's fair that introduced itSince it opened in May 1889, the Eiffel Tower has been an iconic image of modern timesas much a beacon of technological progress as an enduring symbol of Paris and French culture. But as engineer Gustave Eiffel built the nowfamous landmark to be the spectacular centerpiece of the 1889 World's Fair, he stirred up a storm of vitriol from Parisian tastemakers, lawsuits, and predictions of certain structural calamity.In Eiffel's Tower, Jill Jonnes, critically acclaimed author of Conquering Gotham, presents a compelling account of the tower's creation and a superb portrait of Belle Epoque France. As Eiffel held court that summer atop his onethousandfoot tower, a remarkable host of artists and personalitiesBuffalo Bill, Annie Oakley, Gauguin, Whistler, and Edisontraveled to Paris and the Exposition Universelle to mingle and make their mark.Like The Devil in the White City, Brunelleschi's Dome, and David McCullough's accounts of the building of the Panama Canal and the Brooklyn Bridge, Eiffel's Tower combines technological and social history and biography to create a richly textured portrayal of an age of aspiration, dreams, and progress.
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- Q: What is the main subject of 'Eiffel's Tower'? A: The book explores the history of the Eiffel Tower and the 1889 World's Fair, highlighting the controversies and personalities involved in its creation.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Eiffel's Tower'? A: The book is authored by Jill Jonnes, who is known for her critically acclaimed work, 'Conquering Gotham'.
- Q: What type of book is 'Eiffel's Tower'? A: It is a hardcover book that combines elements of technological history, social history, and biography.
- Q: How many pages does 'Eiffel's Tower' have? A: The book contains 368 pages.
- Q: Is 'Eiffel's Tower' a new or used book? A: The book is listed as a new item.
- Q: When was 'Eiffel's Tower' published? A: The book was published on April 30, 2009.
- Q: What edition of 'Eiffel's Tower' is available? A: This is the first edition of 'Eiffel's Tower'.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in good condition, suitable for readers.
- Q: Can 'Eiffel's Tower' be suitable for academic purposes? A: Yes, the book provides a detailed historical account that can be useful for academic research on the Eiffel Tower and Belle Époque France.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Eiffel's Tower'? A: The book delves into themes of technological progress, cultural conflict, and notable historical figures of the time.