The Panama Canal and Its Makers (1909)

""The Panama Canal And Its Makers"" is a historical non-fiction book written by Vaughan Cornish and published in 1909. The book provides a comprehensive account of the construction of the Panama Canal, one of the most significant engineering feats of the 20th century. The author delves into the history of the canal, including the failed attempts by the French in the late 1800s, and the eventual success of the American-led project in the early 1900s. Cornish explores the political, economic, and social factors that contributed to the construction of the canal, as well as the technical challenges faced by the engineers and workers who built it. The book also features numerous photographs and illustrations that provide a visual representation of the canal's construction and the people involved in the project. Cornish's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in the history of engineering and infrastructure development. Overall, ""The Panama Canal And Its Makers"" is a fascinating account of one of the most important engineering achievements of the modern era and the people who made it possible.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.