You Wouldn't Want to Be a Worker on the Statue of Liberty

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You Wouldn't Want to Be a Worker on the Statue of Liberty! A Monument You'd Rather Not Build
Author: Malam, John
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Time Period: Industrial Age
Time Frame: 1875-1886
Geographic Area: Europe, North America
Country: France, United States
Topics: Monuments
Genre: Non Fiction
Reading Age: Lower Elementary, Middle Grade
Format: Picture Book
Published: 2017


World History > Industrial Age > American History

Get ready... as a young French sculptor, you're about to embark on one of the most ambitious artistic projects of the 19th century.

This interactive series will enthrall young and reluctant readers (Ages 8-12) by making them part of the story, inviting them to become the main character. Each book uses humorous illustrations to depict the sometimes dark and horrific side of life during important eras in history. There's not a moment's rest for a worker on the Statue of Liberty. Find out all about the inspiration for the statue, the process of its construction, and its journey to New York City.

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