Where Is the Mississippi River?

Written by Dina Anastasio and Who HQ · Illustrated by Ted Hammond

Part of the Where Is . . . ? series

Explore the Mississippi's role in shaping America's history and culture.

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112 pages· 7,852 words· Est. 1 hour read· 870L

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Journey along the Mississippi River, a vital artery of American history. From Native American paths to European explorers, riverboat captains, and gamblers, discover the stories that shaped a nation. Uncover how Mark Twain immortalized this iconic waterway, and delve into the lives of those who navigated its currents. With rich illustrations and a detailed map, this book invites you to explore the river's legacy and its impact on the country's development. What secrets does the mighty Mississippi hold in its depths?

From the publisher

Discover the history and culture of one of the most famous waterways in the world: the mighty Mississippi!The most famous river in America runs like a spine between the eastern and western parts of the country, flowing through ten states before it empties into the Gulf of Mexico. The mighty Miss also flows through the history of America, giving rise to great stories about the people who lived on it and used it as a watery highway, from Native Americans and European explorers to skillful riverboat captains and colorful gamblers traveling on luxurious steamboats. And of course it was the first truly American writer, Mark Twain, who grew up along its banks and made the Mississippi River famous around the world. This book, part of the New York Times best-selling series, is enhanced by eighty illustrations and a detachable fold-out map complete with four photographs on the back.

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