Summary of Alex von Tunzelmann's Fallen Idols

Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Book Preview: #1 In certain circumstances, statues are more than just stone and metal. They are symbols of individuals, and their symbolism often crosses between the secular and religious. #2 The culture war binary surrounding the statues issue is a short-hand way for the media to cover the issue, but it overlooks the complex history of how societies around the world have chosen to memorialize and tear down statues. #3 The deb