The Hudson by Wallace Bruce
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About this eBook
| Author | Bruce, Wallace, 1844-1914 |
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| LoC No. | 07032834 |
| Title |
The Hudson Three Centuries of History, Romance and Invention |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Curtis Weyant, Lesley Halamek and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by Cornell University Digital Collections) |
| Summary | "The Hudson" by Wallace Bruce is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This centennial edition delves into the rich history, romance, and inventions associated with the Hudson River over the course of three centuries. The text explores significant moments, figures, and the aesthetic grandeur of the river that connects New York City to Albany and serves as a vital artery of American culture and commerce. At the start of the book, the author sets the stage by highlighting the historical significance of the Hudson, intertwining the legacies of explorers like Hendrick Hudson and inventors like Robert Fulton. He reflects on the river's majestic beauty and its role as a metaphoric "open book" of history, inviting readers to appreciate its stories, from indigenous peoples and early settlers to its transformation into a bustling transport route. Bruce enriches his narrative with poetic observations, emphasizing the Hudson as a source of inspiration and pride, portraying a captivating blend of exploration, artistic heritage, and the evolving American identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F106: United States local history: Atlantic coast. Middle Atlantic States |
| Subject | Hudson River (N.Y. and N.J.) -- Guidebooks |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 17823 |
| Release Date | Feb 22, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated | Sep 28, 2008 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 139 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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