James' River Guide: Containing Descriptions of All the Cities, Towns, and Principal Objects of Interest, on the Navigable Waters of the Mississippi Valley (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Uriah Pierson James

9780266582458: James' River Guide: Containing Descriptions of All the Cities, Towns, and Principal Objects of Interest, on the Navigable Waters of the Mississippi Valley (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0266582451 ISBN 13: 9780266582458

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Explore the Mississippi Valley’s navigable frontier with a detailed guide to towns, rivers, and places of interest.

This non-fiction work compiles descriptions of cities, towns, and landmarks along the great river system, from Wisconsin and Iowa through Illinois and Missouri, down to the Deep South. It emphasizes which rivers are navigable by steamboat and where water power and commerce have shaped communities. The book reads like a practical atlas and a snapshot of early American river life, helpful for travelers, students, and history readers alike.

Identify key river towns and their roles in regional trade and development.
See how rivers like the Mississippi and its tributaries shaped settlement patterns.
Discover historical notes on places of interest, early colonies, and notable landmarks.
Gain a straightforward, region-focused overview ideal for quick reference.

Ideal for readers of travel guides and regional histories who want a clear, continental view of river navigation and settlement along the Mississippi system.

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