The Great Mississippi Flood of 1874: Its Extent, Duration, and Effects

In "The Great Mississippi Flood of 1874: Its Extent, Duration, and Effects," Louis Alfred Wiltz meticulously details one of the most devastating natural disasters in American history. Employing a blend of historical narrative and scientific analysis, Wiltz presents a comprehensive account of the flood's origins, its catastrophic reach across the Mississippi Valley, and the resultant socio-economic...