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This book describes what it was like to live along the Mississippi River between 1820 and 1870. At 2,348 miles (3,779 kilometers) in length, the Mississippi is the second longest river in the United States. The longest is theMissouri River, at 2466 miles

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Describes the geography, plants and animals, history, economy, language, religions, culture, and people of the state of Mississippi. ... Read more

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Briefly describes the Mississippi River, what it looks like, its major tributaries, where it flows, and its importance. ... Read more

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Surveys the people, geography, and history of the state of Mississippi. ... Read more

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Surveys the origin, geological borders, water, plant and animal life, and economic and ecological aspects of the Mississippi River. ... Read more

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Presents an introduction to the history, geography, industry, places of interest, and people of the "Magnolia State." ... Read more

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Discusses the geographic features, history, government, people, achievements, and attractions of the state whose name means "big river." ... Read more

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The Mississippi is more than simply a river: it is a legend. But there is no need for a raft or canoe to explore this mighty river. Curious readers can simply pick up this book to learn all they need to know about the Mississippi. ... Read more

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The descriptions of seven journeys down the Mississippi between 1498 and 1980 point out how the river and the valley it runs through have changed. ... Read more

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Traces the Mississippi River from its source near Canada to the Gulf of Mexico and discusses its towns, wildlife, and role in slavery and the exploration of America. ... Read more

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Examines the trials of the men accused of murdering three civil rights workers in Mississippi in 1964, including the Supreme Court decision to try to defendants in a federal rather than a state court and the final verdicts which marked the first time, in Mississippi, that a jury convicted white men for killing African Americans or civil rights workers. ... Read more

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This book gives a True and Easy Understanding of the case!!
I had to do a Research Accuracy paper for my College English class, between "Mississippi Burning" the movie and the actual events of the case.Well, because of this books layout and detail it allowed me to have a true understanding of the actual events.I scored an A on my paper because it was an awesome book. Harvey Fireside you did a great job. ... Read more

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Describes the Mississippi River and its effect on the geography, history, economy, and people of the region through which it flows. Also discusses some of the special problems of this waterway and its future prospects. ... Read more