And Long Deep And Strong | Peter Spier - Poem- Wide

A nostalgic, detailed celebration of the building and daily life of the Erie Canal. Peter Spier, Reissued - Redeemed Reader

: The book includes a historical appendix that explains how the canal was built using "American know-how" rather than trained engineers. This makes it an essential resource for students studying ancient history or early American infrastructure. Peter spier - poem- wide and long deep and strong

: Spier captures the energy and "realistic murk" of the canal era. His vision is described as optimistic and cheerful, often featuring subtle humor—such as passengers ducking under low bridges—to communicate history through action rather than dry text. A nostalgic, detailed celebration of the building and