E-Book, Englisch, 55 Seiten
ISBN: 978-82-339-7595-1
Verlag: Publifye
Format: EPUB
Kopierschutz: Adobe DRM (»Systemvoraussetzungen)
The 'Eiffel Tower' explores the captivating history of Paris's most iconic landmark, tracing its journey from controversial construction to beloved symbol of France. Initially conceived as a temporary exhibit for the 1889 Exposition Universelle, the tower faced fierce opposition from leading artists and intellectuals who deemed it an eyesore. This book examines how Gustave Eiffel's engineering marvel, intended for demolition, ultimately became a permanent fixture and emblem of French identity.
The narrative unfolds across three core themes: the tower's creation, its evolving perception, and its enduring legacy. Readers will discover how the Eiffel Tower's symbolic meaning shifted over time, influenced by technological advancements, artistic movements, and major historical events, including its role during both World Wars. By drawing from architectural plans, period articles, and artistic representations, the book provides a nuanced understanding of the tower's multifaceted significance. It highlights the interplay between the tower's physical presence and its symbolic representation.
Ultimately, this exploration of the Eiffel Tower offers a fresh perspective on how a structure can transcend its physical form to embody a nation's aspirations and anxieties. Progressing chronologically, the book delves into the initial plans, its debut at the Exposition, near demolition, and its eventual embrace as a symbol of French ingenuity and cultural identity. This book provides a comprehensive and engaging account of the Eiffel Tower's journey from controversial construction to beloved symbol.
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The narrative unfolds across three core themes: the tower's creation, its evolving perception, and its enduring legacy. Readers will discover how the Eiffel Tower's symbolic meaning shifted over time, influenced by technological advancements, artistic movements, and major historical events, including its role during both World Wars. By drawing from architectural plans, period articles, and artistic representations, the book provides a nuanced understanding of the tower's multifaceted significance. It highlights the interplay between the tower's physical presence and its symbolic representation.
Ultimately, this exploration of the Eiffel Tower offers a fresh perspective on how a structure can transcend its physical form to embody a nation's aspirations and anxieties. Progressing chronologically, the book delves into the initial plans, its debut at the Exposition, near demolition, and its eventual embrace as a symbol of French ingenuity and cultural identity. This book provides a comprehensive and engaging account of the Eiffel Tower's journey from controversial construction to beloved symbol.
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