American Symbols: A Pictorial History - Hardcover

American Symbols: A Pictorial History by Ernst Lehner is a comprehensive book that explores the history and significance of some of the most iconic symbols of American culture. The book is filled with stunning illustrations and photographs that showcase the evolution of these symbols over time, from their origins to their modern-day interpretations.The book covers a wide range of American symbols, including the American flag, the bald eagle, the Statue of Liberty, Mount Rushmore, the White House, and many others. Each symbol is accompanied by an in-depth description of its history, meaning, and cultural significance.The book is divided into chapters that focus on different themes, such as national symbols, political symbols, and cultural symbols. Each chapter provides a fascinating look at the ways in which these symbols have been used throughout American history to represent the values and ideals of the nation.Overall, American Symbols: A Pictorial History is a beautiful and informative book that is sure to appeal to anyone with an interest in American history, culture, and symbolism. It is an essential addition to any library or collection, and a must-read for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of the symbols that define America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.