The History of the Suez Canal

The History Of The Suez Canal: A Personal Narrative is a book written by Ferdinand de Lesseps, a French diplomat who was instrumental in the construction of the Suez Canal. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the canal, from its conception to its completion, and offers insights into the political, economic, and social factors that shaped its development.De Lesseps begins by describing the geopolitical context of the mid-19th century, when the idea of a canal linking the Mediterranean and Red Seas first emerged. He then goes on to detail the various attempts to build such a canal, including the aborted efforts of French engineer Ferdinand de Lesseps, and the eventual success of the Suez Canal Company, which was founded in 1858.The book also provides a fascinating glimpse into the challenges faced by the engineers and laborers who worked on the canal, including the harsh desert conditions, the threat of disease, and the logistical difficulties of transporting equipment and supplies.Throughout the book, de Lesseps offers his own personal reflections on the project, as well as his opinions on the political and economic implications of the canal's construction. He also includes a number of illustrations and maps to help readers better understand the geography and engineering of the canal.Overall, The History Of The Suez Canal: A Personal Narrative is a fascinating and informative account of one of the most important engineering feats of the 19th century, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of international trade and transportation.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1876 Edition.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.