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The Great Lakes / The Vessels That Plough Them: Their Owners, Their Sailors, and Their Cargoes, Together with a Brief History of Our Inland Seas

By James Oliver Curwood
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A vivid survey of life on the Great Lakes combines technical descriptions of shipbuilding, loading methods, and vessel types with portraits of owners, captains, and sailors. Detailed chapters examine principal cargoes—especially iron ore—other freight, and the operations of major ports such as Buffalo and Duluth. The narrative treats passenger traffic and seasonal recreation alongside accounts of storms, collisions, wrecks, and rescues that reveal the human drama of lake navigation. Practical statistics and forecasts assess commercial opportunities and investment, and a travel section follows a freighter voyage to illustrate daily routines. A concluding historical section outlines the lakes' geological origins, shifts in control, and their role in early conflicts including the War of 1812.

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James Oliver Curwood

James Oliver Curwood was an American author known for his adventure novels set in the wilderness of Canada and Alaska. His works often explore themes of nature, survival, and the human spirit, reflecting his deep appreciation for the outdoors. Curwood's notable books include "A Gentleman of Courage: A Novel of the Wilderness" and "Kazan," which showcase his ability to blend thrilling narratives with rich descriptions of the natural world. In addition to his fiction, Curwood was an advocate for wildlife conservation, and his writings contributed to the literary heritage of early 20th-century American literature.

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