L'Exploit de Gustave Eiffel (FR)

Book written in french.

Dive into L'Exploit de Gustave Eiffel by Hélène Montarde, an exciting adventure from Nathan's “Petites histoires de l'Histoire” collection. This book invites you to experience the incredible epic of the construction of the Eiffel Tower alongside its creator, Gustave Eiffel.

The year was 1884, on the eve of the Universal Exhibition scheduled to take place in Paris in five years' time to celebrate the centenary of the French Revolution. Gustave Eiffel, a visionary engineer, proposed an audacious project: to erect the world's tallest tower, destined to become a laboratory for scientific experiments. His idea aroused controversy and skepticism, but gradually the majestic structure took shape, astonishing Parisians who witnessed the technical feat.

This book retraces the challenges and triumphs of the Eiffel Tower's construction, initially designed to last only as long as the Universal Exhibition. L'Exploit de Gustave Eiffel is a tribute to the innovation and determination of a man who transformed a vision into a lasting reality.

It's a must-read for young history buffs, architecture enthusiasts and anyone interested in discovering the fascinating story behind one of the world's most iconic monuments. Join Gustave Eiffel on this wild adventure and relive the birth of a Parisian icon.