Fastest On The River

""Fastest On The River: The Great Steamboat Race Between The Natchez And The Robert E. Lee"" by Manly Wade Wellman is a thrilling account of the legendary steamboat race that took place in 1870 on the Mississippi River. The book chronicles the fierce competition between the Natchez and the Robert E. Lee, two of the fastest and most luxurious steamboats of the time, as they raced from New Orleans to St. Louis.The story is told through the eyes of various characters, including the captains and crew members of both boats, as well as passengers and onlookers. Wellman paints a vivid picture of the Mississippi River and the steamboat culture of the era, describing the sights, sounds, and smells of the bustling waterway.As the race heats up, tensions rise and the stakes become higher. The Natchez and the Robert E. Lee push their engines to the limit, navigating treacherous currents and dodging obstacles along the way. Meanwhile, the passengers and spectators are caught up in the excitement, cheering on their favorite boat and placing bets on the outcome.Ultimately, only one boat can be crowned the winner, and the race comes down to a thrilling photo finish. ""Fastest On The River"" is a gripping tale of competition, courage, and determination, and a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era of American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.