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Engineering & Transportation - The Great Bridge: The Epic Story of the Building of the Brooklyn Bridge

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Book Synopsis: The dramatic and enthralling story of the building of the Brooklyn Bridge, the world’s longest suspension bridge at the time, a tale of greed, corruption, and obstruction but also of optimism, heroism, and determination, told by master historian David McCullough.

This monumental book is the enthralling story of one of the greatest events in our nation’s history, during the Age of Optimism—a period when Americans were convinced in their hearts that all things were possible. In the years around 1870, when the project was first undertaken, the concept of building an unprecedented bridge to span the East River between the great cities of Manhattan and Brooklyn required a vision and determination comparable to that which went into the building of the great cathedrals. Throughout the fourteen years of its construction, the odds against the successful completion of the bridge seemed staggering. Bodies were crushed and broken, lives lost, political empires fell, and surges of public emotion constantly threatened the project. But this is not merely the saga of an engineering miracle; it is a sweeping narrative of the social climate of the time and of the heroes and rascals who had a hand in either constructing or exploiting the surpassing enterprise.

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Looking for a gripping book that will transport you back in time? Look no further than "The Great Bridge: The Epic Story of the Building of the Brooklyn Bridge" by master historian David McCullough. Immerse yourself in the dramatic and enthralling tale of the world's longest suspension bridge at the time, as it unravels a story of greed, corruption, and obstruction alongside optimism, heroism, and determination.

In this monumental book, McCullough takes you back to the Age of Optimism, a period when Americans believed that anything was possible. This captivating narrative takes place during the 1870s, when the audacious plan to construct an unprecedented bridge across the East River was set into motion. Like the builders of the great cathedrals, those behind the Brooklyn Bridge project had to possess unwavering vision and determination.

Spanning fourteen years, the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge was fraught with challenges. The obstacles to its successful completion seemed insurmountable at times. Lives were lost, political empires crumbled, and the project faced constant threats from public emotions. But this is not just a story of engineering marvel; it is a sweeping account of the social climate of that era and the individuals, both heroes and rascals, who influenced the fate of this surpassing enterprise.

If you crave a captivating read that will transport you to a bygone era and leave you feeling inspired, "The Great Bridge" is a must-read. Don't miss out on this opportunity to delve into a gripping narrative blending history, engineering, and human determination.

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