9781332018734 - Is a Ship Canal Practicable?: Notes, Historical and Statistical, Upon the Projected Routes for an Interoceanic Ship Canal Between the Atlantic and ... and Influence... (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a detailed survey of the proposals for an interoceanic ship canal across the American Isthmus, and a comparative analysis of the Suez and Panama Canals. Drawing on the expertise and foresight of many great thinkers of the period, including Alexander the Great, Christopher Columbus, and Napoleon III, the author delves into the history, science, politics, and economics that have shaped the pursuit of a sea-level connection between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. The author emphasizes the potential benefits to international trade, but also raises important questions about sustainability and the impact on local communities and environments. Overall, the book makes a compelling case for continued study and collaboration towards the eventual realization of this historic endeavor. 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.