The River We Have Wrought: A History of the Upper Mississippi

Rating:
Summary: A Splendid Juggernaut of a book
Review: For anyone living along the upper Mississippi river, especially in the Twin Cities, who has an interest in our river this book is a must read. John Anfinson comprehensively examines the history and development of the upper Mississippi river from several perspectives. The upper Mississippi's development and health are still unfolding, as Anfinson suggests, and he leaves us with the open-eneded question how economics, environment, recreation, and politics will shape policy regarding future development and sustainability. At times the book overly bombards the reader with very specific historical minutiae that become hard to remember as the book progresses. Despite the minutiae, though, the book is thoroughly researched and organized clearly. It's an overall great read.

Rating:
Summary: A Splendid Juggernaut of a book
Review: For anyone living along the upper Mississippi river, especially in the Twin Cities, who has an interest in our river this book is a must read. John Anfinson comprehensively examines the history and development of the upper Mississippi river from several perspectives. The upper Mississippi's development and health are still unfolding, as Anfinson suggests, and he leaves us with the open-eneded question how economics, environment, recreation, and politics will shape policy regarding future development and sustainability. At times the book overly bombards the reader with very specific historical minutiae that become hard to remember as the book progresses. Despite the minutiae, though, the book is thoroughly researched and organized clearly. It's an overall great read.