Publisher's Synopsis
""Origin of the Erie Canal"" is a historical non-fiction book written by Benjamin Hall Wright and published in 1870. The book examines the origins and construction of the Erie Canal, which is considered to be one of the most significant engineering feats of its time. Wright provides a detailed account of the political, economic, and social factors that led to the creation of the canal, as well as the challenges faced during its construction. The book also explores the impact of the canal on the growth and development of New York State and the United States as a whole. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, transportation, and engineering.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.
