This edition had all images removed.
Title:
Canal Reminiscences
Recollections of Travel in the Old Days on the James River & Kanawha Canal
Note: Reading ease score: 77.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by David E. Brown and The Online Distributed
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produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)
Summary: "Canal Reminiscences" by George William Bagby is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This book presents a nostalgic reflection on travel along the James River and Kanawha Canal during a bygone era, recounting the experiences and observations of the author as he navigates the waterways of Virginia. It serves as a personal exploration of the culture, society, and transportation methods of the time. Bagby's reminiscences capture the charm and slower pace of life during his travels in the 1830s to 1850s, detailing the characters he encountered, such as the skilled batteau-men who expertly maneuvered their vessels through natural obstacles. He shares vivid descriptions of the landscapes, the joyful gatherings at plantations along the canal, and the camaraderie of fellow passengers aboard the packet boats. As he reminisces about the transition from canal travel to the rise of railroads, Bagby reflects on the changes in society, economy, and lifestyle, bringing both humor and poignancy to his recollections. The book serves as a valuable window into a specific historical period, illustrating not only the logistics of canal travel but also the social dynamics and personal anecdotes interwoven with the journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Bagby, George William, 1828-1883
EBook No.: 62708
Published: Jul 20, 2020
Downloads: 52
Language: English
Subject: Virginia -- Description and travel
Subject: Bagby, George William, 1828-1883
Subject: Inland navigation -- Virginia
Subject: Canal-boats -- Virginia
Subject: James River and Kanawha Canal (Va.) -- Navigation
LoCC: Technology: Ocean engineering
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Canal Reminiscences
Recollections of Travel in the Old Days on the James River & Kanawha Canal
Note: Reading ease score: 77.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by David E. Brown and The Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at https:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)
Summary: "Canal Reminiscences" by George William Bagby is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This book presents a nostalgic reflection on travel along the James River and Kanawha Canal during a bygone era, recounting the experiences and observations of the author as he navigates the waterways of Virginia. It serves as a personal exploration of the culture, society, and transportation methods of the time. Bagby's reminiscences capture the charm and slower pace of life during his travels in the 1830s to 1850s, detailing the characters he encountered, such as the skilled batteau-men who expertly maneuvered their vessels through natural obstacles. He shares vivid descriptions of the landscapes, the joyful gatherings at plantations along the canal, and the camaraderie of fellow passengers aboard the packet boats. As he reminisces about the transition from canal travel to the rise of railroads, Bagby reflects on the changes in society, economy, and lifestyle, bringing both humor and poignancy to his recollections. The book serves as a valuable window into a specific historical period, illustrating not only the logistics of canal travel but also the social dynamics and personal anecdotes interwoven with the journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Bagby, George William, 1828-1883
EBook No.: 62708
Published: Jul 20, 2020
Downloads: 52
Language: English
Subject: Virginia -- Description and travel
Subject: Bagby, George William, 1828-1883
Subject: Inland navigation -- Virginia
Subject: Canal-boats -- Virginia
Subject: James River and Kanawha Canal (Va.) -- Navigation
LoCC: Technology: Ocean engineering
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.