The Mississippi River, The Commercial Highway Of The Nation

The Mississippi River, The Commercial Highway Of The Nation: The Improvement Of Its Navigation And The Control Of Its Flood Waters is a book written by Frank H. Tompkins and published in 1892. The book is a comprehensive study of the Mississippi River, which is considered as the commercial highway of the United States. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the river's navigation and flood control systems.The author discusses the history of the Mississippi River and its importance to the country's economy. He explores the challenges faced by the river's navigators and the various methods used to improve its navigation. The book also delves into the subject of flood control and the measures taken to manage the river's water levels.Tompkins provides a detailed description of the engineering techniques used to construct levees, dams, and other structures to control the river's flow. He also discusses the impact of floods on the river's ecosystem and the measures taken to protect the river's wildlife.Overall, The Mississippi River, The Commercial Highway Of The Nation: The Improvement Of Its Navigation And The Control Of Its Flood Waters is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history, engineering, and ecology of the Mississippi River. The book provides a fascinating insight into the challenges faced by those who rely on the river for transportation and livelihoods, and the measures taken to protect it from the destructive forces of nature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.