The steamboat era : a history of Fulton's Folly on American rivers, 1807-1860 / S.L. Kotar and J.E. Gessler.
| Author/creator | Kotar, S. L. |
| Other author | Gessler, J. E. |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., ©2009. |
| Description | viii, 299 pages : illustrations ; 27 cm |
| Subjects |
| Abstract | "First-hand accounts of steamboat accidents, races, business records and river improvements are collected here to reveal the culture and economy of the early to mid-1800s, as well as the daily routines of crew and passengers. A glossary of steamboat terms and a collection of contemporary accounts of accidents round out this history of the riverboat era"--Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| LCCN | 2009027458 |
| ISBN | 9780786443871 (illustrated case binding : alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 0786443871 (illustrated case binding : alk. paper) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | General Stacks | VM461 .K645 2009 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |