The Parthenon at Athens, Greece and at Nashville, Tennessee

"The Parthenon at Athens, Greece and at Nashville, Tennessee" by Benjamin Franklin Wilson is a book that pays tribute to an iconic ancient structure and its recreated form, highlighting their artistic and cultural value. The book explores how the Parthenon came to be during Athens' peak, when art and new ideas flourished. It sheds light on the building’s design, pointing out its cleverly curved columns and the optical illusions that make it look perfectly balanced. The story goes on to talk about the amazing sculptures and art that once decorated the Greek temple, explaining the stories they told and how the Nashville version sought to copy them. The book honors the beauty and ingenuity of the ancient Athenian architecture and appreciates the hard work it took to build a near-identical version in Tennessee, a feat that continues to impress people today.