Overview
The Illinois and Michigan Canal: A Study in Economic History is a book written by James William Putnam and originally published in 1917. The book is a detailed study of the construction and operation of the Illinois and Michigan Canal, which was built in the mid-19th century to connect the Great Lakes to the Mississippi River. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the economic and political factors that led to the construction of the canal, as well as the engineering challenges that were faced during its construction. Putnam also examines the impact that the canal had on the economic development of the region, particularly in terms of transportation, agriculture, and industry. Throughout the book, Putnam draws on a wide range of primary sources, including government documents, contemporary newspapers, and personal accounts, to provide a richly detailed account of the canal's history. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an ideal resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the economic history of the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
- | Author: James William Putnam
- | Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- | Publication Date: Nov 26, 2008
- | Number of Pages: 244 pages
- | Binding: Paperback or Softback
- | ISBN-10: 1437298796
- | ISBN-13: 9781437298796
