May 17, 2009

A towering feat in Paris—and figures of fame  05/17/09 12:01 AM

It’s an icon, a unique and beloved symbol, an edifice of enduring significance. As Jill Jonnes writes in “Eiffel’s Tower,“ it’s “the most celebrated and instantly recognizable structure in the world.“ And as France and Francophiles worldwide mark its 120th anniversary, Jonnes’ rollicking account of the Eiffel Tower’s rowdy debut is an occasion for celebration itself.

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