The Lachine Canal
Riding the Waves of Urban Development
- Publisher
- Baraka Books
- Initial publish date
- Oct 2002
- Category
- General, Industrial Engineering, History
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Paperback / softback
- ISBN
- 9780100011069
- Publish Date
- Oct 2002
- List Price
- $5.95
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Recommended Age, Grade, and Reading Levels
- Age: 5 to 10
- Grade: 1 to 5
- Reading age: 6 to 9
Description
Ideal for history buffs interested in inland navigation and industrial history, this volume reveals how the construction of the Lachine Canal starting in 1821 played a pivotal role in the industrial development of Montreal and all of Canada. Truly revolutionary, the canal ultimately allowed ships to bypass the previously insurmountable rapids and reach the Great Lakes, and its many consequences and benefits are described in detail.
About the authors
Sylvain Meunier was born in Lachine, Quebec, and has written several books for adults and children. Two of his novels, Le seul ami and L'Homme a la bicyclette, have been finalists for the Governor General's award.
Editorial Reviews
"If there is a right way to explore a critical piece of urban space in book form, this is it. . . . The content is rich and meticulously constructed, but it doesn't come across like required reading." “Quebec Heritage News (April 1, 2011)