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The Erie Canal tells the story of one of Americas most ambitious public-works projects. The canal, stretching from New York to Lake Erie, opened up the West in the early 1800s. Martha E. Kendalls illustrated history brings into focus the enormous geographic and social impact of this stunning technological feat. Personal anecdotes and an engaging narrative describe life on the canal in colorful detail, making the story vividly real. Black-and-white archival images and period engravings detail the construction, the challenges, and the excitement surrounding the progress of this national landmark. Detailed maps show the canal in its historic context and in modern times, highlighting the regions modern transport infrastructure. Extensive back matter, including a chronology and a cast of characters, provides an excellent source for report writers. Readers will meet De Witt Clinton, mayor of New York and later governor, who tirelessly championed the construction of the canal. He faced down relentless criticism, as doubters dubbed the project "Clintons Ditch." The engineering challenges were daunting, and the backbreaking labor was ceaseless. Finally, the canal was completed in 1825 and w

Who reads The Erie Canal?

Author

Kendall, Martha E., 1947-

Publisher

National Geographic Children's Books

Published

2008

Language

EN

ISBN

9781426300226

Category

nonfiction

Subjects

Business, Literary Fiction, Social Science

Rating

3.75 / 5 (8 ratings)

Updated

2026-03-14