Describes the history of the Statue of Liberty, including its origins as a gift from France and its construction, and explores the landmark's enduring symbolism of freedom, democracy, and friendship.

"A gift of friendship and peace between France and the United States, 'Liberty Enlightening the World' stands now as a symbol of America's embrace of freedom and democracy. Find out why four million visitors each year come to see this majestic statue in New York's harbor."--

"An informative, illustrated history of the Statue of Liberty and how it came to America"--

Presents the history of the Statue of Liberty, from its design and construction to its installation in New York harbor and its legacy as a symbol of freedom.

Introduces the history and symbolism of the famous New York City landmark, the Statue of Liberty.

Provides an introduction to the Statue of Liberty, including the history of its creation and its importance as a national symbol.

The Statue of Liberty pays homage to what is best about America, but it was the idea of two Frenchmen who lived under the harsh rule of Emperor Napoleon III. Edouard Laboulaye and Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi wanted to remind their countrymen that tyranny is not inevitable, that citizens have rights which no government can take from them. It took two decades of planning, fundraising, and building for their dreams to cross the ocean And now the statue...