Canada And The States Recollections 1851 to 1886

""Canada and the States Recollections 1851 to 1886"" is a memoir written by Edward William Watkin, a British railway entrepreneur and politician. The book covers his experiences and observations during his travels to Canada and the United States between 1851 and 1886. Watkin provides a detailed account of the development of the railway industry in both countries, as well as the political and social climate of the time. He also shares his personal interactions with notable figures such as Abraham Lincoln, Ulysses S. Grant, and John A. Macdonald. The book offers a unique perspective on the history of North America during this period and provides insight into the challenges and opportunities faced by those involved in the railway industry.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.