The Houseboat Book: The Log of a Cruise from Chicago to New Orleans by W. F. Waugh

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Author Waugh, W. F. (William Francis), 1849-
LoC No. 04032328
Title The Houseboat Book: The Log of a Cruise from Chicago to New Orleans
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Summary "The Houseboat Book: The Log of a Cruise from Chicago to New Orleans" by W. F. Waugh is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. The book recounts the author’s adventurous journey aboard a houseboat as he travels from Chicago down the rivers to New Orleans, detailing not only the physical journey but also the preparations, trials, and experiences encountered along the way. The narrative captures the charm of river travel, familial companionship, and the natural beauty of the American waterways. The opening of the narrative introduces the protagonist, a doctor seeking a transformative escape from his demanding life, who dreams of a relaxed existence on a houseboat. As preparations begin, he encounters numerous challenges, including sourcing a suitable boat and gathering information on houseboat travel, revealing both his enthusiasm and the chaos of logistics involved. The beginning sets a tone of optimism tempered by humor and reality, drawing readers into the foundational experiences that will define their journey through the vast and often unpredictable American river systems. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F350.5: United States local history: Mississippi River and Valley. Middle West
Subject Mississippi River -- Description and travel
Subject Illinois -- Description and travel
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EBook-No. 44656
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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