"The Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., makes the president larger than life-much larger. The 19-foot-tall marble statue recalls the enormous impact Abraham Lincoln had on U.S. history. The American landmark honoring the leader who preserved a nation following a civil war is a must on every young historians travel list. Readers of this book, with key curricular social studies content, will learn interesting background information about both the president and his stunning monument through engaging and accessible text paired with supporting colorful photographs"--.