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The Hudson

by Frances F. Dunwell
Robert F. Kennedy
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“A commanding and inspiring biography of a river that gave rise to an art movement, progressive social quests, [and] landmark environmental cases.” —Booklist (starred review)
 
Includes maps, photos, and illustrations
 
Frances F. Dunwell presents a rich portrait of the Hudson and of the visionary people whose deep relationship with the river inspired changes in American history and culture. Lavishly illustrated with color plates of Hudson River School paintings, period engravings, and glass plate photography, The Hudson captures the spirit of the river through the eyes of its many admirers. It reveals the crucial role of the Hudson in the shaping of Manhattan, the rise of the Empire State, and the trajectory of world trade and global politics, as well as the river’s influence on art and architecture, engineering, and conservation.
 
“A story of interaction between people and the environment and a story of continuing inspiration and renewal.” —Library Journal
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Publisher: Columbia University Press

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  • Release date: April 11, 2008

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  • ISBN: 9780231509961
  • Release date: April 11, 2008

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  • ISBN: 9780231509961
  • File size: 64088 KB
  • Release date: April 11, 2008
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History Nature Sociology Nonfiction

Languages

English

“A commanding and inspiring biography of a river that gave rise to an art movement, progressive social quests, [and] landmark environmental cases.” —Booklist (starred review)
 
Includes maps, photos, and illustrations
 
Frances F. Dunwell presents a rich portrait of the Hudson and of the visionary people whose deep relationship with the river inspired changes in American history and culture. Lavishly illustrated with color plates of Hudson River School paintings, period engravings, and glass plate photography, The Hudson captures the spirit of the river through the eyes of its many admirers. It reveals the crucial role of the Hudson in the shaping of Manhattan, the rise of the Empire State, and the trajectory of world trade and global politics, as well as the river’s influence on art and architecture, engineering, and conservation.
 
“A story of interaction between people and the environment and a story of continuing inspiration and renewal.” —Library Journal
Expand title description text
History Nature Sociology Nonfiction