Steamboat era, the: a history of fulton's folly on american rivers, 1807-1860
Auteur :
Kotar, S.L.
Éditeur :
Kotar, S.L.Gessler, J.E.,
ISBN :
9780786443871
Date de publication :
15 nov. 2009
Dimensions :
25,4 x 17,7 x 2,3 cm
Poids :
748 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
The steamboat evokes images of leisurely travel, genteel gambling, and lively commerce. This title collects the first-hand accounts of steamboat accidents, races, business records and river improvements to reveal the culture and economy of the early to mid-1800s, as well as the daily routines of crew and passengers.