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The Great Lakes
The Vessels That Plough Them, Their Owners, Their Sailors, And Their Cargoes (1909)
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Focusing on the Great Lakes shipping industry, this non-fiction work delves into the history, types of vessels, and the people involved in maritime trade. Curwood's engaging narrative highlights the challenges of navigation, the impact of storms, and the economic significance of the lakes in American commerce. Filled with anecdotes from early explorers to contemporary sailors, it offers a vivid portrayal of life on the Great Lakes. This book is a valuable resource for those interested in maritime history and the cultural significance of this region.
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The Great Lakes, James Oliver Curwood
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- 2008
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- Title
- The Great Lakes
- Subtitle
- The Vessels That Plough Them, Their Owners, Their Sailors, And Their Cargoes (1909)
- Language
- English
- Authors
- James Oliver Curwood
- Publisher
- Kessinger Publishing, LLC
- Publisher
- 2008
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 376
- ISBN13
- 9781437322187
- Category
- History
- Description
- Focusing on the Great Lakes shipping industry, this non-fiction work delves into the history, types of vessels, and the people involved in maritime trade. Curwood's engaging narrative highlights the challenges of navigation, the impact of storms, and the economic significance of the lakes in American commerce. Filled with anecdotes from early explorers to contemporary sailors, it offers a vivid portrayal of life on the Great Lakes. This book is a valuable resource for those interested in maritime history and the cultural significance of this region.