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The Bridge
The Bridge: How the Roeblings Connected Brooklyn to New York | Peter J. Tomasi
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More than 130 years after its completion, the Brooklyn Bridge remains one of the most extraordinary landmarks and symbols of Brooklyn and New York Cityand the story behind this architectural marvel is just as extraordinary. The Brooklyn Bridge was originally designed by John Augustus Roebling, but it was his son, Washington, and his daughter-in-law, Emily, who oversaw the bridges construction. As work on the bridge went on, Washington developed caisson disease, leaving him bedridden for the majority of the bridges 14-year construction. Washingtons wife, Emily Roebling, took his place running the work site, deftly assuming the role of chief engineer, supervising the project and overseeing the workers, contractors, a hostile press, and greedy city politiciansan unusual position for a woman to take on at the time. In this inspiring graphic novel, author Peter J. Tomasi and illustrator Sara Duvall show the building of the Brooklyn Bridge as it has never been seen before, and the marriage of the Roeblingsbased on intellectual equality and mutual supportthat made the construction of this iconic structure possible.
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megnews
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I knew some of the story of the building of the Brooklyn Bridge but this definitely filled in more details. Quick, enjoyable read. Recommend.

#graphicnovel

Book 109/165 3/31/19

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megnews
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There was trouble building the Brooklyn Bridge. This #graphic about the building of the bridge is on my tbr.

Have you ever walked the Brooklyn Bridge? I have twice, both times from Brooklyn. My then 10-year-old caught the beautiful 🌇 🌅

#BridgeOverTroubledWaters #MarchIntoThe70s

Reecaspieces When we go to book expo this year....I am walking the bridge. Can‘t wait! 6y
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Read this one this afternoon as #YetiCat napped beside me. I became lost in the story of how one man‘s ambitious dreams came true. The graphic novel is really an homage to the sacrifices made, the lives lost, and the unsung heroes who helped bring The Brooklyn Bridge to fruition. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

ReadingVampire Kitty toes 💜💜💜 (edited) 6y
Jabberwocky I aspire to be that comfy 😅 6y
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