Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the construction of the New York State Barge Canal System, detailing the engineering challenges overcome and the political wrangling endured in completing the project. The Barge Canal represented one of the most ambitious civil engineering projects of the early 20th century, connecting the Great Lakes with the Atlantic Ocean via the Hudson River. The project holds great significance for the history of New York State. The author provides a comprehensive history of the canal's construction, from its inception to its completion, presenting a vivid account of the political battles, labor issues, and the incredible engineering feats involved. The book offers a rich exploration of the broader history of canal-building in the United States, and the political and economic factors that shaped its development. The author does not shy away from presenting the challenges faced, and the ongoing maintenance required to keep the canal operational. This book will appeal to anyone interested in the history of New York State, the development of the United States' transportation infrastructure, and major engineering projects of the early 20th century. 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 9780331781434_0
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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-9780331781434
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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-9780331781434
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)