The History Of The Suez Canal

""The History of the Suez Canal: A Personal Narrative"" is a book written by Ferdinand de Lesseps, the French diplomat and engineer who oversaw the construction of the Suez Canal. The book is a memoir of de Lesseps' experiences during the planning and construction of the canal, from its inception in the mid-19th century to its completion in 1869. De Lesseps recounts the political and financial challenges he faced in securing funding and support for the project, as well as the technical obstacles he had to overcome in order to make the canal a reality. He also provides a detailed account of the construction process, including the use of laborers from Egypt and other parts of Africa, and the impact that the canal had on trade and transportation in the region.Throughout the book, de Lesseps offers his own perspective on the significance of the Suez Canal, both as a feat of engineering and as a symbol of international cooperation and progress. He also reflects on the personal and professional challenges he faced during his tenure as the head of the Suez Canal Company, including his eventual downfall amid allegations of corruption and mismanagement.Overall, ""The History of the Suez Canal: A Personal Narrative"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of one of the most influential figures in the history of modern transportation and international commerce.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.