{"product_id":"the-eiffel-tower","title":"The Eiffel Tower","description":"The iron colossus: The construction of the Eiffel Tower in drawings and photographs  When it was completed in 1889  the Eiffel Tower was the highest structure in the world  measuring 300 meters (984 feet). Built for the World\u0026amp;;s Fair  it was initially granted a 20-year permit; this permit was thankfully extended and now the Eiffel Tower is one of the world\u0026amp;;s most famous structures  having become practically synonymous with Paris itself and receiving more than six million visitors annually.  This reprint explores the design and construction of this remarkable building; published in 1900 as a large folio by Gustave Eiffel himself in a limited edition of 500 copies  the original was never sold on the market\u0026amp;;it was exclusively given and donated by Eiffel. Featuring 53 double-page plates of 4 300 technical drawings explaining the design as well as 33 photographs of the construction  the book reveals the complex and fascinating process of bringing the Eiffel Tower to life. Though the technical drawing will especially appeal to designers wishing to discover the engineering genius behind Eiffel\u0026amp;;s masterpiece  everyone can appreciate this very rare and special book about Paris\u0026amp;;s glorious mascot.  \u0026amp;;This book illustrates the truly remarkable engineering that is the Eiffel Tower and whilst appealing to enthusiasts  can be appreciated by everyone.\u0026amp;; \u0026amp;;FRENCH MAGAZINE  London  Text in English  French  and German","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44915421347893,"sku":"ByrdShop_3836509032","price":226.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/ByrdShop_3836509032.jpg?v=1768301136","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/the-eiffel-tower","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}