Publisher's Synopsis
The Illinois and Michigan Canal: A Study in Economic History (1917) is a book written by James William Putnam that explores the history and economic significance of the Illinois and Michigan Canal. The canal was a major transportation route that connected the Great Lakes to the Mississippi River and ultimately to the Gulf of Mexico. It played a crucial role in the development of the Midwest region of the United States, facilitating the transportation of goods and people and enabling the growth of industry and commerce. Putnam's book provides a detailed account of the construction and operation of the canal, as well as its impact on the economy and society of the region. He also examines the political and social factors that influenced the canal's development and the challenges it faced over the years. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of transportation and economic development in the United States.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.
