Wood, William 1864-1947 creator text utu 2008 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "All Afloat: A Chronicle of Craft and Waterways" by William Wood is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This comprehensive work explores the significance of Canada's extensive waterways, from the St. Lawrence and Great Lakes to the Atlantic and Pacific coasts, emphasizing their role in the nation's development and maritime history. Wood delves into various types of watercraft and their evolution, highlighting how these waterways served as lifelines for trade, exploration, and cultural exchange throughout Canadian history. The opening of the book sets the stage by portraying Canada as a land deeply intertwined with its waterways, which have shaped its identity since infancy. It elaborates on the vastness and importance of the St. Lawrence river system, illustrating how it has historically served as a vital highway for migration, trade, and exploration. The text touches upon the advancements in navigation and the development of canals to facilitate these activities, while also alluding to the intricate relationships between Canada and the wider world through its maritime frontiers. It effectively establishes the profound impact of waterways on Canada's historical trajectory and introduces the reader to the ideas that will be further explored in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2008-03-11 E-text prepared by Al Haines Original publication data not identified Canada -- History Navigation -- History Inland navigation -- Canada Fisheries -- Canada VK F1001 Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24808 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24808 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133552.0 24808