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Steamboats on the Western Rivers: The Romance of the Mississippi

Arthur C. Clarke

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Steamboats on the Western Rivers is a classic work of American history and literature. It tells the story of the steamboats that plied the Mississippi River and its tributaries in the 19th century. These boats were the lifeblood of the American West, carrying people, goods, and ideas up and down the river. They also played a major role in the development of American culture and society.

Steamboats on the Western Rivers: An Economic and Technological History (Dover Maritime)

by Louis C. Hunter

4.2 out of 5

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The book was written by Mark Twain, one of the most famous American authors of all time. Twain was born in Missouri, on the banks of the Mississippi River. He grew up with the steamboats, and he knew them well. In Steamboats on the Western Rivers, Twain tells the story of these boats with humor, wit, and nostalgia.

The book is divided into three parts. The first part tells the story of the early days of steamboating on the Mississippi River. The second part tells the story of the golden age of steamboating, from the 1830s to the 1850s. The third part tells the story of the decline of steamboating, after the Civil War.

Steamboats on the Western Rivers is a fascinating and informative book. It is a must-read for anyone who is interested in American history, literature, or culture.

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"Steamboats on the Western Rivers is a classic work of American literature. It is a must-read for anyone who is interested in American history, literature, or culture." - The New York Times

"Mark Twain's Steamboats on the Western Rivers is a wonderful book. It is full of humor, wit, and nostalgia. It is a must-read for anyone who loves American history or literature." - The Washington Post

"Steamboats on the Western Rivers is a timeless classic. It is a book that will be enjoyed by generations of readers." - The Chicago Tribune

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