The Panama Canal by Frederic J. Haskin
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Haskin, Frederic J. (Frederic Jennings), 1872-1944
English
"The Panama Canal" by Frederic J. Haskin is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the monumental engineering feat that is the Panama Canal, detailing its construction, significance, and the various challenges faced during its building. It serves as an informative resource for readers interested in engineering mar...
context, beginning with the early attempts to find a navigable route between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Haskin chronicles the persistent efforts by explorers, likens the canal's construction to epic historical undertakings, and highlights the role of the United States in ultimately completing the project after the French debacle. The narrative emphasizes the significance of the canal not only as a strategic passage for international shipping but also as a symbol of American ingenuity and determination. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Andrew Wilson
3 months agoHonestly, the plot twists are genuinely surprising without feeling cheap or forced. One of the best books I've read this year.
Paul Brown
4 months agoFrom the very first page, the atmosphere created by the descriptive language is totally immersive. This book will stay with me for a long time.
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Deborah Clark
3 months agoA fantastic discovery, it manages to explain difficult concepts in plain English. I will be reading more from this author.