The History of the Suez Canal: A Personal Narrative (Classic Reprint)

Description: This book offers a fascinating first-hand account of the construction of the Suez Canal, a project that revolutionized global trade and forever altered the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East. The author, a key figure in the canal's development, vividly recounts the challenges and triumphs he faced, from navigating the political complexities of securing concessions from the Egyptian government to overcoming scientific skepticism and public opposition from powerful European nations, notably Great Britain. The book provides a window into the era of 19th-century colonialism, the rise of international commerce, and the growing influence of engineering feats on human civilization. It reveals the author's determination and diplomatic skill in rallying international support for the canal, a project that was initially seen by many as a fantastical dream. The author also provides a compelling glimpse into the cultural and social dynamics of Egypt and the Sudan, drawing upon his own experiences during extensive travels across these regions. This book is a captivating read for anyone interested in the history of engineering, colonialism, and the birth of modern globalization. The author's unique perspective on the construction of the Suez Canal provides valuable insights into the complex forces that shaped the world as we know it. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.

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