Books with author Joseph Harriss

The Paris Universal Exposition of 1889 marked both the centennial of the French Revolution and France's recovery from the humiliating defeat of the Franco-Prussian War. Gustave Eiffel's thousand-foot tower celebrated both those events. But the tower was a stunning accomplishment in its own right, the tallest structure made by man. It was as provocative as it was ambitious. Even before its girders reached toward the sky, Charles Gounod, Alexandre Dumas fils, Guy de Maupassant, and dozens of other artists and intellectuals protested in outrage over this metal monster which would spoil Paris's classic skyline. But despite public apprehension and unprecedented technological challenges, the tower was ready in time to star at the fair, competing successfully for attention with Thomas Edison's first phonograph and Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show. This is also the story of a master builder of the industrializing nineteenth century. Wielding iron in new ways, Eiffel scattered his creations around the globe—train stations and vaulting bridges in Europe, South America, and Indochina, the interior bracing of the Statue of Liberty in the United States. Over the years the tower has been scorned, exalted, analyzed by philosophers for hidden meaning, and used by eccentrics for bizarre stunts. It remains the world's most famous landmark. Richly illustrated with historical documents, this is a fascinating look at the tower and the rich socio-economic context that made it a symbol of the Belle Epoque. "An interesting story interestingly told."—The New York Times. "Written with wit and charm."—The Los Angeles Times

The Paris Universal Exposition of 1889 celebrated France's recovery from the humiliating defeat of the Franco-Prussian War, and Gustave Eiffel's thousand-foot tower represented the glory of that achievement. But the iron tower was a stunning accomplishment in its own right, the tallest structure made by man.The story of the Eiffel Tower is also that of a master builder of the industrializing nineteenth century. Wielding iron in new ways, Eiffel scattered his creations around the globe--train stations and vaulting bridges in Europe, South America, and Indochina, the interior bracing of the Statue of Liberty in the United States. At the peak of his career he easily won the contract to design the audacious monument that came to symbolize not only Paris but a rare moment in history.Over the years the tower has been scorned, exalted, analyzed by philosophers for hidden meaning, and seized upon by eccentrics for bizarre stunts. Exuberant culmination of the nineteenth century's unreserved enthusiasm for machines, the Eiffel Tower remains the world's most famous landmark.

The Paris Universal Exposition of 1889 celebrated France's recovery from the humiliating defeat of the Franco-Prussian War, and Gustave Eiffel's thousand-foot tower represented the glory of that achievement. But the iron tower was a stunning accomplishment in its own right, the tallest structure made by man.The story of the Eiffel Tower is also that of a master builder of the industrializing nineteenth century. Wielding iron in new ways, Eiffel scattered his creations around the globe--train stations and vaulting bridges in Europe, South America, and Indochina, the interior bracing of the Statue of Liberty in the United States. At the peak of his career he easily won the contract to design the audacious monument that came to symbolize not only Paris but a rare moment in history.Over the years the tower has been scorned, exalted, analyzed by philosophers for hidden meaning, and seized upon by eccentrics for bizarre stunts. Exuberant culmination of the nineteenth century's unreserved enthusiasm for machines, the Eiffel Tower remains the world's most famous landmark.

The Paris Universal Exposition of 1889 celebrated France's recovery from the humiliating defeat of the Franco-Prussian War, and Gustave Eiffel's thousand-foot tower represented the glory of that achievement. But the iron tower was a stunning accomplishment in its own right, the tallest structure made by man.The story of the Eiffel Tower is also that of a master builder of the industrializing nineteenth century. Wielding iron in new ways, Eiffel scattered his creations around the globe--train stations and vaulting bridges in Europe, South America, and Indochina, the interior bracing of the Statue of Liberty in the United States. At the peak of his career he easily won the contract to design the audacious monument that came to symbolize not only Paris but a rare moment in history.Over the years the tower has been scorned, exalted, analyzed by philosophers for hidden meaning, and seized upon by eccentrics for bizarre stunts. Exuberant culmination of the nineteenth century's unreserved enthusiasm for machines, the Eiffel Tower remains the world's most famous landmark.

This innovative debate series looks at how scientific and technological advances in recent decades have dramatically altered the way we live—and examines both positive and negative impacts of these changes on the environment, society, health, and the economy. Intended to foster critical-thinking skills and to stimulate discussion and debate, each volume includes Pros and Cons sections that present the views of both advocates and critics of key innovations.

The Paris Universal Exposition of 1889 celebrated France's recovery from the humiliating defeat of the Franco-Prussian War, and Gustave Eiffel's thousand-foot tower represented the glory of that achievement. But the iron tower was a stunning accomplishment in its own right, the tallest structure made by man.The story of the Eiffel Tower is also that of a master builder of the industrializing nineteenth century. Wielding iron in new ways, Eiffel scattered his creations around the globe--train stations and vaulting bridges in Europe, South America, and Indochina, the interior bracing of the Statue of Liberty in the United States. At the peak of his career he easily won the contract to design the audacious monument that came to symbolize not only Paris but a rare moment in history.Over the years the tower has been scorned, exalted, analyzed by philosophers for hidden meaning, and seized upon by eccentrics for bizarre stunts. Exuberant culmination of the nineteenth century's unreserved enthusiasm for machines, the Eiffel Tower remains the world's most famous landmark.

This innovative debate series looks at how scientific and technological advances in recent decades have dramatically altered the way we live—and examines both positive and negative impacts of these changes on the environment, society, health, and the economy. Intended to foster critical-thinking skills and to stimulate discussion and debate, each volume includes Pros and Cons sections that present the views of both advocates and critics of key innovations.

Born in rural Wales, to which he always felt a close connection, Joseph Harris (c.1704-64) moved to London in 1724, presenting the Astronomer Royal, Edmond Halley, with a testimonial of his mathematical ability. Harris then found work as an astronomer and teaching of navigation; his observations of magnetism and solar eclipses taken in Vera Cruz in 1726 and 1727 were relayed to the Royal Society by Halley. Harris' illustrated introduction to the solar system was originally printed for the instrument-maker Thomas Wright and the globe-maker Richard Cushee; it is here reissued in its 1731 first edition. Clearly describing the use of astronomical apparatus such as globes and orreries, it proved very popular, going through fourteen printings by 1793. Harris starts with an overview of the solar system and the fixed stars, and then shows how to solve astronomical problems using globes and orreries.

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In the age of global terrorism, the possibility of nuclear weapons falling into the wrong hands poses a major threat to security. This book traces the history and development of nuclear weapons and the superpower arms race of the Cold War. It analyzes the dangers of nuclear proliferation as increasing numbers of countries aspire to become nuclear powers.