Bond of Union: Building the Erie Canal and the American Empire

In this elegantly written and far-reaching narrative, acclaimed author Gerard Koeppel tells the astonishing story of the creation of the Erie Canal and the memorable characters who turned a visionary plan into a successful venture. Koeppel's long years of research fill the pages with new findings about the construction of the canal and its enormous impact, providing a unique perspective on America's self perception as an empire destined to expand to the Pacific.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Da Capo Press
Published: 03/09/2010
ISBN: 9780306818622
Pages: 454
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 8.70h x 5.60w x 1.30d