A lively and engaging account of the building of the United States Capitol, from its conception in 1792 to its completion in 1863. Written by a noted historian and biographer, the book tells the story of the many architects, craftsmen, and politicians who contributed to the construction of one of America's most enduring symbols of democracy.
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