Canal Fever: The Ohio & Erie Canal, from Waterway to Canalway

Canal Fever: The Ohio & Erie Canal, from Waterway to Canalway

Book is in very good condition! There is only light wear. The pages are clean with no marks.

Canal Fever is a compilation of original essays that delve into the history, present, and future of the Ohio & Erie Canal. This collection showcases the extensive research and exceptional writing of experts in canal history, archaeology, and enthusiasts. Divided into three parts, each contributor offers their expertise to tell the story of the canal. The first part focuses on the canal era, exploring its creation and its significant role in Ohio's early development. The second part delves into the canal's decline, when it became nothing more than a forgotten waterway and path in the backyards of northeast Ohio. The final part explores the rediscovery of this historic transportation system and its subsequent transformation into a popular recreational resource known as the Ohio & Erie Canalway.

The book includes a range of voices from the past, including canalers, travelers, and immigrants. It also features stories of canal use during different periods and interviews with individuals who have played a key role in the recent revitalization efforts of the canal. Complementing the essays are an array of captivating photographs capturing various sites, events, and people, as well as original maps and drawings by artist Chuck Ayers.

Canal Fever takes a comprehensive approach, exploring the canal's significance not only in the state's historical growth but also in its present-day role in revitalizing the region. This compilation will be of great value to canal enthusiasts, historians, educators, engineers, and individuals interested in urban revitalization. Its extensive use of primary source materials and its breadth of topics covered make it a truly invaluable collection.

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