The Mississippi and the Making of a Nation

The Mississippi and the Making of a Nation
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Publisher : National Geographic Society
Total Pages : 296
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ISBN-10 : UVA:X004633987
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Book Synopsis The Mississippi and the Making of a Nation by : Stephen E. Ambrose

Download or read book The Mississippi and the Making of a Nation written by Stephen E. Ambrose and published by National Geographic Society. This book was released on 2002 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An exploration of the Mississippi River, tracing its length from Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico, and discussing its important role in the history of the United States. Includes photographs, period illustrations, artwork, documents, and maps.


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