Cruising America's Waterways: The Erie Canal

Stack, Debbie Daino & Ronald S. Marquisee

ISBN 10: 0970888600 / ISBN 13: 9780970888600

Published by Media Artists, Manlius, NY, 2001

About this Item

Oblong 4to, 208 pp., Foreword by Andrew Cuomo. Nearly fine copy in nearly fine dust jacket.

Seller Inventory # 086247

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Cruising America's Waterways: The Erie Canal
• Publisher: Media Artists, Manlius, NY
• Publication Date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0970888600
• ISBN 13: 9780970888600
• Binding: hardcover
• Illustrator: Profusely illustrated
• Edition: 1st.
• Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included
• Seller catalogs:
  • New York History

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Synopsis

"Focusing on the joys of traveling the canals of New York State and the famous Erie Canal, this accessible guide addresses the practical aspects of navigating canals. Featuring 225 color photographs that showcase the waterways in all four seasons accompanied by informative text, it presents the canal systemĘs evolution from an industrial transportation route to an exciting recreational waterway. Addressed are suggestions for taking full advantage of the canals when cruising on them; information on the mechanics of their unique locks, guard gates, and dams; and ideas for enjoying the cultural, recreational, and scenic opportunities along their routes."