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A Succinct View of the Importance and Practicability of Forming a Ship Canal Across the Isthmus of Panama (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Discover a bold proposal for a ship canal through the Isthmus of Panama and why it could reshape global trade.
This concise argument examines the potential value, practicality, and economic logic behind creating a canal that would connect the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. It discusses who might fund such a project, the strategic importance for commerce, and the various routes and means by which a canal could be built and operated.
The text emphasizes how advances in science and navigation, plus shifting political and economic conditions, could make this long-sought passage feasible. It also outlines the living and working conditions, labour considerations, and the financial returns expected from a successful canal on a grand scale.
- Foundational case for a canal across the Isthmus and its global impact.
- Arguments about funding, governance, and private versus public involvement.
- Projected costs, potential tolls, and expected trade growth.
- Considerations of labour, health, and infrastructure needs for construction.
Ideal for readers curious about historical proposals that shaped modern transportation and international commerce.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the potential of a ship canal through the Isthmus of Panama. In linking the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, it would form the shortest route between the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia. The author draws upon the opinions of scientific and practical men, who deemed the location favorable for such a project, and explains that the main obstacle has been a lack of sufficient funds to finance it. The author argues that the present era presents an ideal opportunity to move ahead with this project, considering the global demand for shorter trade routes and the potential for worldwide economic benefit. Given the rapid growth of both the global economy and advances in engineering and technology, this book is more relevant and valuable than ever. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282948429_0
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