On The Ohio (1919)

By Harry Bennett Abdy

Book Overview

On The Ohio is a book written by H. Bennett Abdy and first published in 1919. The book is a memoir that recounts the author's experiences as a young man working on a steamboat on the Ohio River in the late 19th century. Abdy's vivid descriptions of life on the river, the people he met, and the challenges he faced offer a unique glimpse into a bygone era. The book also provides historical context for the steamboat industry and its importance to the economic and social development of the American Midwest. Overall, On The Ohio is a fascinating and well-written account of a young man's adventures on the river and a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history or the steamboat era.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437123279
• ISBN13: 9781437123272
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 344 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"