The World's Landmarks Greatest

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The Worlds Greatest Landmarks spans the globe in celebration of the human drive to create breathtaking wonders. Through riveting text and detailed photography this book covers six continents and four millennia to examine 57 landmarks. Among the world landmarks youll learn about in this colorful richly illustrated book:The pyramids of Egypt the only surviving members of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.The Statue of Liberty the 151-foot 225-ton beacon of freedom that began welcoming immigrants to the United States in 1886.Mesa Verde the haunting cliff dwellings in Colorado built by the Ancestral Pueblo people 800 years ago.Mont-St.-Michel a unique beautiful abbey that sits on a rocky tidal island in Normandy.Whether youre a world traveler or prefer to embark on adventures from the comfort of your armchair youll love this book. The Worlds Greatest Landmarks offers an unforgettable way to