Illinois And Michigan Canal: A Study In Economic History (1917)

The Illinois and Michigan Canal: A Study in Economic History is a book written by James William Putnam and originally published in 1917. The book explores the history of the Illinois and Michigan Canal, which was a major transportation route in the mid-19th century connecting the Great Lakes to the Mississippi River. Putnam examines the economic impact of the canal on the Midwest region, including its role in facilitating the growth of the agricultural and industrial sectors. He also analyzes the political and social factors that influenced the construction and operation of the canal, including the involvement of various interest groups and the impact on local communities. The book provides a detailed account of the canal's construction, including the challenges faced by engineers and laborers, and the impact of technological advancements on the project. Putnam also explores the canal's decline in the late 19th century and the factors that contributed to its eventual abandonment as a major transportation route. Overall, The Illinois and Michigan Canal: A Study in Economic History offers a comprehensive analysis of the economic, social, and political factors that shaped the history of this important transportation route in the Midwest region of the United States.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.