Excerpt from The Kankakee
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some errors may persist, however we consider it worth publishing due to the work's historical value.
The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. Journey into the heart of the Kankakee River Valley, a sprawling landscape of marshes, islands, and hidden histories. This book delves into the river's past, from its earliest inhabitants to its transformation into a modern waterway. Explore the lives of Native American tribes who navigated its currents, French explorers who mapped its course, and the diverse communities that sprung up along its banks. Through vivid storytelling and historical accounts, the author unveils the Kankakee's secrets, from tales of lost singers and hidden lakes to the dramatic clashes between the Pottawattomies and the Iroquois. Witness the impact of changing landscapes, as fires reshape the terrain and steamboats attempt to conquer the river's meandering path. This book is more than just a chronicle of events; it's a meditation on the enduring spirit of a place and its people. It reveals how the Kankakee River, once a wild and unpredictable force, has become a symbol of resilience and transformation, carrying within its depths the echoes of a rich and multifaceted past. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282526764_0
Quantité disponible : Plus de 20 disponibles
Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282526764
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282526764
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)