The Measure of Civilization (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Transportation is not just a means of moving people; it is the engine behind civilization itself. The book argues that how far and how fast we travel shapes what we produce, how cities grow, and how societies organize their lives.

Through a broad, accessible look at history—from canals and rivers to steam power and railways—it shows how the capacity to move people and goods redefines politics, economy, and culture. With vivid examples, it connects the rise of great cities, the value of inland lands, and the spread of ideas to the mastery of transport in their time.

• See how transportation determines the value of land and the location of early settlements.


• Explore the impact of canals, steamboats, and trains on trade, population, and urban growth.


• Understand how mobility shapes education, labor, and social conditions.


• Learn through historical milestones like the Erie Canal, the steamboat era, and the expansion of rail networks.

Ideal for readers who want a big-picture look at how movement and roads shape a civilization.

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