Down Historic Waterways: Six Hundred Miles Of Canoeing Upon Illinois And Wisconsin Rivers (1902) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436962438)

""Down Historic Waterways"" is a book written by Reuben Gold Thwaites and published in 1902. The book is a detailed account of Thwaites' journey down the Illinois and Wisconsin rivers in a canoe, covering a distance of six hundred miles. Thwaites describes his experiences as he paddles through the heartland of America and explores the history, geography, and culture of the region. He also provides interesting insights into the wildlife, flora, and fauna of the area. The book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history and natural beauty of the Midwest, and is a valuable resource for historians and scholars studying the region. With its vivid descriptions and engaging narrative, ""Down Historic Waterways"" is a classic work of American travel literature that continues to captivate readers more than a century after its original publication.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.

Author: Reuben Gold Thwaites
ISBN-10: 1436962439
ISBN-13: 9781436962438
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 08/18/2008
Pages: 312
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.38lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d