The Story of the Erie Canal

by R. Conrad Stein

Before the trains came through, canals were the cheapest means of long-distance overland shipping available. The Erie Canal was a tremendous feat of engineering and a great economic success. Find out about this important historical development.

Genres: American History, History

Paperback

First published January 1, 1985

Reviews

[Rebecca · Rating 3 out of 5]

A nice elementary level biography of the building of the Erie Canal. My 9 yo wants to go visit New York now to see some of the old sections.

[Lisa · Rating 3 out of 5]

A basic account of the building of the Erie Canal in New York State, completed 1825.