New York's Erie Canal

ebook ∣ Spotlight On New York

By Patricia Drake

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Format

ebook

Series

Spotlight On New York

Author

Patricia Drake

Publisher

The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Release

15 July 2014

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Subjects

History Juvenile Nonfiction

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This fascinating book, based on current research, scrutinizes the Erie Canal and the pivotal role it played in shaping the economic, geographic, and political growth of New York State.

  • Explores the planning, building, and success of this historic canal. Demonstrates how existing towns expanded and new towns grew along the canal.
  • The text provides students with a hands-on look at how the canal was built, the impact it had on commerce, how people use it today, and its far-reaching influence on the development of New York State.
  • Primary sources, photographs, and maps help readers grasp the significance of the canal and the how it helped shaped New York State and the country.

    • Format

    ebook

    Series

    Spotlight On New York

    Author

    Patricia Drake

    Publisher

    The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

    Release

    15 July 2014

    Share

    Subjects

    History Juvenile Nonfiction
    New York's Erie Canal