The Illustrated Delaware River: The History of a Great American River
Filled with 140 finely-crafted original drawings and paintings, this book is designed to guide readers as they explore the rich and diverse heritage of the historic Delaware River Valley. This waterway that defines the common borders of the states of Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York has hosted some of the most monumental events in the history of the United States. From its discovery by Henry Hudson over 400 years ago, to its crossing by George Washington during the Revolution, and through its course of over 330 miles, the Delaware River offers us much to learn. This entertaining guide introduces the reader to the events, places, and people that make the Delaware one of America’s truly great rivers.
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The Illustrated Delaware River: The History of a Great American River
Filled with 140 finely-crafted original drawings and paintings, this book is designed to guide readers as they explore the rich and diverse heritage of the historic Delaware River Valley. This waterway that defines the common borders of the states of Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York has hosted some of the most monumental events in the history of the United States. From its discovery by Henry Hudson over 400 years ago, to its crossing by George Washington during the Revolution, and through its course of over 330 miles, the Delaware River offers us much to learn. This entertaining guide introduces the reader to the events, places, and people that make the Delaware one of America’s truly great rivers.
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The Illustrated Delaware River: The History of a Great American River

The Illustrated Delaware River: The History of a Great American River

by Hal Taylor
The Illustrated Delaware River: The History of a Great American River

The Illustrated Delaware River: The History of a Great American River

by Hal Taylor

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Filled with 140 finely-crafted original drawings and paintings, this book is designed to guide readers as they explore the rich and diverse heritage of the historic Delaware River Valley. This waterway that defines the common borders of the states of Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York has hosted some of the most monumental events in the history of the United States. From its discovery by Henry Hudson over 400 years ago, to its crossing by George Washington during the Revolution, and through its course of over 330 miles, the Delaware River offers us much to learn. This entertaining guide introduces the reader to the events, places, and people that make the Delaware one of America’s truly great rivers.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780764349324
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.
Publication date: 11/28/2015
Pages: 288
Product dimensions: 6.70(w) x 9.10(h) x 1.10(d)

About the Author

Hal Taylor has been a graphic artist for more than thirty years. He has taught letterform design and typography at the college level, designed numerous type faces, and provided illustrations and design for many distinguished clients.
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