The Story Of The Great Lakes

By Marion Florence Lansing, Edward Channing, Edward Channing and Marion Florence Lansing

Book Overview

The Story Of The Great Lakes by Edward Channing is a comprehensive account of the history and development of the Great Lakes region in North America. The book covers the geological formation of the lakes, their discovery by European explorers, and their role in the fur trade and early settlement of the area. Channing also examines the economic and social impact of the lakes on the region, including the growth of industry and transportation, and the role of the lakes in the American Civil War. The book is written in a clear and engaging style, with numerous illustrations and maps to help readers understand the geography and history of the Great Lakes. Overall, The Story Of The Great Lakes is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of North America or the development of the Great Lakes region.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: 1163631337
• ISBN13: 9781163631331
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 428 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"