Susquehanna, River of Dreams
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Book Overview
In Susquehanna, River of Dreams award-winning journalist Susan Q. Stranahan tells the sweeping story of one of America's great rivers - ranging in time from the Susquehanna's geologic origins to the modern threats to its eco-system, describing human settlements, industry and pollution, and recent efforts to save the river and its drowned estuary, the Chesapeake Bay. The result is a unique natural history of the vast Susquehanna watershed and a compelling look at environmental issues of national importance.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0801851475
ISBN13:9780801851476
Release Date:March 1995
Publisher:Johns Hopkins University Press
Length:336 Pages
Weight:1.05 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 6.1" x 8.3"
Age Range:18 years and up
Grade Range:Postsecondary and higher
Customer Reviews
2 ratings
Not just a history, Almost a tour book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
I've lived within 10 miles of the Susquehann River for the last 19 years. I have driven along(or near) the entire length from Baltimore to Williamsport and then all of the North Branch and most of the West Branch. Anyone traveling along US 15 has seen the features mentioned in the book. The book does a wonderful job of conjuring images of the land and people(past and present) along the river. I am leaving the Susquehanna behind due to relocation and I am glad to have the book to bring me back whenever I need to "see" the "river of dreams". A must read for a someone living in the watershed, or anyone interested in one of the truly most beautiful areas of North America. The Susquehanna River Watershed in its glory rivals other, more celebrated, rivers such as the Columbia, Mississippi, Ohio, Yukon, for beauty and soul.
Enlightenment on the history and splendor of the Susquehanna
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
I've spent the last 23 years enjoying the beauty of this river; not quite understanding how it has been tried and tortured over the last 400 years. Great writing, and a wonderful story to be told. For those in the Tri-State (PA,MD,NY) area, a must read.WIthout this knowledge, you won't truly appreciate what Philadelphia, Columbia, Baltimore and other areas are today, or how they achieved their stature.
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