The Paths of Inland Commerce; A Chronicle of Trail, Road, and Waterway

"The Paths of Inland Commerce; A Chronicle of Trail, Road, and Waterway" by Archer Butler Hulbert is a historical story that looks closely at how America's transportation systems grew, especially how important trails, roads, and waterways were in helping the country grow and do business. It explores the difficulties of early transportation, like pack-horse routes and river travel, and the problems between these different ways of getting around, as well as the new railroads. Highlighting George Washington's idea of a nation connected by trade routes and waterways, the book shows how the lay of the land and people's dreams came together to change American commerce forever, setting the stage for deep explorations of the evolving landscapes.