Artificial Waterways and Commercial Development

by A Barton (Alonzo Barton) 1846 Hepburn

In this groundbreaking study, Alonzo Barton Hepburn explores the role of artificial waterways in fostering economic development in 19th-century America. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources, Hepburn provides a detailed account of the construction and operation of canals and other water-based transportation systems. His thoughtful analysis sheds new light on the crucial role that infrastructure plays in shaping the economy and society more broadly.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1021971863
• ISBN13: 9781021971869
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 122 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.1" x 9.2"