Learn how a man in France who longed for democracy and freedom set forth on a mission to build the ultimate symbol of freedom for America. This book chronicles Edouard de Laboulaye's efforts to build the massive statue, how it was built, and ultimately transported in pieces to America where it makes its home to this day in New York Harbor. Featured in the book are archival photographs, chronology of events listing, additional reading and website recommendations, chapter notes, glossary, and index.
