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The Panama Canal: The Story of how a jungle was conquered and the world made smaller (Wonders of the World Book)

Name: The Panama Canal: The Story of how a jungle was conquered and the world made smaller (Wonders of the World Book)
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Book Synopsis: It seemed so simple. Panama was less than fifty miles wide. How difficult could it be to build a canal across it? Tragically difficult. Panama was a disease-ridden death trap. Its mountainous rain forest was a challenge to the most brilliant engineers. Its oppressive heat exhausted the hardiest workers.

Somehow the Panama Canal was built. Engineers found ways to cut through the rain forest. Medical visionaries conquered the diseases. Workers endured the jungle.

Yet side by side with genius and selfless heroism were broken treaties, the domination of a small nation by a large one, and tens of thousands of black West Indian workers forced to live in second-rate, segregated conditions. This, too, is the story of the Panama Canal.

The Panama Canal captures the spirit of an age when no task was thought impossible, and no price too high to pay.

Wonders of the World series. The winner of numerous awards, this series is renowned for Elizabeth Mann's ability to convey adventure and excitement while revealing technical information in engaging and easily understood language. The illustrations are lavishly realistic and accurate in detail but do not ignore the human element. Outstanding in the genre, these books are sure to bring even the most indifferent young reader into the worlds of history, geography, and architecture.

"One of the ten best non-fiction series for young readers." - Booklist

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The Panama Canal: The Story of how a jungle was conquered and the world made smaller (Wonders of the World Book) takes you on an incredible journey through the triumphs and tribulations of one of the greatest engineering feats in history. This captivating book reveals the challenges faced by brilliant engineers as they worked tirelessly to overcome disease-ridden jungles, oppressive heat, and broken treaties.

With vivid descriptions and thrilling narratives, The Panama Canal captures the spirit of an age when no task was considered impossible. You'll be amazed by the determination and heroism displayed by the workers who endured the harsh conditions of the rainforest while carving a path through the mountains. Their sacrifices and achievements shaped the world as we know it.

This book is part of the acclaimed Wonders of the World series, recognized for its ability to combine adventure and excitement with educational and technical information. Elizabeth Mann's captivating storytelling and lavishly realistic illustrations bring history, geography, and architecture to life for young readers.

Step into the past and discover the fascinating story of the Panama Canal. Don't miss out on the chance to explore the worlds of adventure, history, and engineering with this incredible book. Get your copy today and embark on an unforgettable journey!

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