The Capitol: The Surprising Biography of an American Building
Brian Jay Jones tells the surprising biography of the American Capitol, exploring the building as more than a backdrop to national politics. This engaging history considers its place in American life, revealing how a structure can become a powerful symbol of the country it represents.
About This Book
The Capitol is one of America’s most recognizable buildings and a central symbol of the nation’s political life.
In The Capitol, Brian Jay Jones presents the building as the subject of a biography, tracing its place in American history.
The book offers a closer look at the Capitol’s meaning, evolution, and enduring presence in the national imagination.
For readers interested in American history, architecture, and political symbols, this is a portrait of an extraordinary building.
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