Carol Sheriff

The Artificial River (eBook, ePUB)

The Erie Canal and the Paradox of Progress, 1817-1862

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

This "enlightening" social history of the construction of the Erie canal explores "19th-century perceptions of progress, politics, and the common good" ( Kirkus Reviews). Woven from a rich tapestry of research, The Artificial River is more than just a historical account of the Erie Canal-it encapsulates a pivotal era in United States history, especially the monumental strides in engineering, commerce, and socio-cultural shifts between the War of 1812 and the Civil War. Join Carol Sheriff as she vividly paints the human endeavor behind the making of the Erie Canal-an artificial river that irrevocably changed landscapes and lives. This skillfully crafted narrative invites you on a fascinating journey through time. The Artificial River immerses you in the lives of ordinary yet extraordinary individuals-farmers, businessmen, tourists, and government officials-who stood at the forefront of this significant transformation. The Erie Canal wasn't just a waterway-it was a lifeline that laid the foundation for the capitalist democracy we know today. The Artificial River is an engaging chronicle of American commerce and the spirit of public good-one that's sure to captivate history enthusiasts and casual readers alike. " The Artificial River is deeply researched, its arguments are both subtle and clear, and it is written with grace and an engagingly light touch. The book merits a wide readership." -Paul Johnson, The Journal of American History "[Sheriff] renders the Erie Canal's history from a fresh point of view... the everyday lives of ordinary people who lived along the waterway." -Paul Grondahl, Albany Times Union "An excellent study of an important, all too often neglected period." -Lee Milazzo, The Dallas Morning News

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Farrar, Straus and Giroux
• Seitenzahl: 272
• Erscheinungstermin: 12. Juni 1997
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781429952484
• Artikelnr.: 39944880

Autorenporträt

Carol Sheriff