The Arc d' Triomphe stands at the heart of Paris. Proposed by Napoleon I in 1806, the Arc was built as a monument to the French Army's triumph at Austerlitz. The Arc commemorates the sacrifices of wartime, and celebrates the ideals of the French Revolution: liberty, equality, and brotherhood.
The world's most ambitious design and engineering projects of the past century gained almost instant international notoriety. Each required bold innovation, a unique vision, and many dedicated and courageous teams to make the plans a reality. These landmarks stand today, not only as symbols of their time and place, but also as a testament to the limitless ingenuity of the human spirit.
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(Chelsea House Pub, April 1, 1990)
Traces the life and accomplishments of the choreographer, dancer, and author who created ballets based on American themes and choreographed the musical, "Oklahoma"
The London Tower Bridge is one of England's most recognized landmarks. Completed in 1894, the bridge features a system that allows the roadway to open so that tall ships can pass through. Learn about the bridge's design and how it has stood the test of time.
Essays cover a variety of viewpoints on the subject of women in Islam, including whether the Koran teaches that women have the same rights as men, whether the Islamic view of sexuality benefits women, and does Muslim dress oppress women.
Essays cover a variety of viewpoints on the subject of women in Islam, including whether the Koran teaches that women have the same rights as men, whether the Islamic view of sexuality benefits women, and does Muslim dress oppress women.
A biography of the children's author, who has written over fifty books and received the 2003 Newbery Award for his work, "Crispin : The Cross of Lead."