The Paths of Inland Commerce; A Chronicle of Trail, Road, and Waterway by Hulbert
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"The Paths of Inland Commerce; A Chronicle of Trail, Road, and Waterway" by Archer B. Hulbert is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book examines the development of America's transportation infrastructure, focusing on the vital role that trails, roads, and waterways played in the country's expansion and commerce. Hulbert delves into the intricacies of early transportation methods and highlights the conflicts among various modes of transport, including pack-horse
routes, river navigation, and the emerging railways. The opening of this work establishes a framework for understanding how transportation shaped the early Republic. It presents a vision of America as a burgeoning entity, exploring contradictions in reports of the land's potential and the logistical challenges it posed. The narrative prominently features George Washington, who, through his explorations, envisioned a unified nation interconnected by trade routes and waterways. Through Hulbert’s meticulous research, he sets the scene for a deep exploration of the evolving landscapes of American commerce and the pioneers who shaped it, hinting at the complex interplay of natural geography and human ambition that defined this transformative period in history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Hulbert, Archer Butler, 1873-1933 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Paths of Inland Commerce; A Chronicle of Trail, Road, and Waterway |
| Note | Chronicles of America series; v. 21 |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E151: History: America: United States |
| LoC Class | HE: Social sciences: Transportation and communications |
| Subject | Transportation -- United States -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 3098 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2002 |
| Last Update | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 756 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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