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David McCullough

The Path Between the Seas: The Creation of the Panama Canal, 1870-1914

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"The Path Between the Seas: The Creation of the Panama Canal, 1870-1914" by David McCullough is a comprehensive and engaging history of one of the world's most ambitious engineering projects. The book tells the story of the construction of the Panama Canal, which connected the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and transformed global trade. McCullough's narrative is rich in detail, bringing to life the diverse cast of characters who played a role in the canal's creation, from the French engineer Ferdinand de Lesseps, who first attempted to build the canal, to the American president Theodore Roosevelt, who ultimately oversaw its completion. The author also explores the political, financial, and scientific challenges that had to be overcome in order to construct the canal, including the need to control malaria and yellow fever, which decimated the workforce. One of the strengths of "The Path Between the Seas" is its accessibility. While the subject matter is complex, McCullough writes in a clear and engaging style that will appeal to both general readers and specialists. He also provides a balanced and nuanced account of the canal's construction, acknowledging both its benefits and its costs, including the displacement of indigenous peoples and the environmental impact of the project. In short, "The Path Between the Seas" is a masterful work of history that sheds new light on a pivotal moment in the development of the modern world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in engineering, politics, or the history of globalization...

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