Publisher's Synopsis
""A History Of The Lehigh Coal And Navigation Company"" is a book that provides a detailed account of the history of the Lehigh Coal and Navigation Company, which was founded in 1820 and played a significant role in the development of the coal industry in the United States. The book, which was originally published in 1840, covers the company's early years, its expansion and growth, and its impact on the economy of the region.The book begins with an overview of the coal industry in the early 19th century and the factors that led to the founding of the Lehigh Coal and Navigation Company. It then traces the company's early years, including its struggles to establish itself in the market and the challenges it faced in transporting coal from the mines to the markets.The book also covers the company's expansion and growth, including its acquisition of new mines and its development of new transportation infrastructure, such as canals and railroads. It also discusses the company's role in the development of the coal industry in the United States and its impact on the economy of the region.Overall, ""A History Of The Lehigh Coal And Navigation Company"" provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the history of one of the most important companies in the early American coal industry. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the coal industry or the economic development of the United States in the 19th century.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.
