The Steamboat Era - A History of Fulton's Folly on American Rivers, 1807-1860

"First-hand accounts of steamboat accidents, races, business records and river improvements are collected here to reveal the culture and economy of the early to mid-1800s, as well as the daily routines of crew and passengers. A glossary of steamboat terms and a collection of contemporary accounts of accidents round out this history of the riverboat era"--Provided by publisher.

Product details

• Authors: J. E. Gessler, S. L. Kotar, S. L./ Gessler Kotar
• Publisher: McFarland
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 21.09.2009
• EAN: 9780786443871
• ISBN: 978-0-7864-4387-1
• Subject: Guides > Motor vehicles, aircraft, ships, space travel > Ships