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9781597160698
William Randolph Hearst always loved castles. As a child he visited many of the great castles of Europe, and he dreamed of building his own one day. In Hearst Castle: An American Palace, young readers will meet this wealthy and powerful newspaperman, who built a media empire while realizing his dream to create his own castle high in the California hills. Students will learn how this mighty structure was built and furnished with priceless artwork, statuary and antiques. Full-color photographs, maps, timeline, and a compelling narrative will inform as well as entertain students.Knox, Barbara J. is the author of 'Hearst Castle An American Palace', published 2005 under ISBN 9781597160698 and ISBN 1597160695.
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