We Were There at the Opening of the Erie Canal by Enid Lamonte Meadowcroft (1958)

Description:
We Were There at the Opening of the Erie Canal by Enid Lamonte Meadowcroft is a historical novel for young readers set in 1825 during the completion of the Erie Canal, a project that transformed trade and transportation in early America.

Published in 1958 by Grosset & Dunlap as part of the We Were There series, the story follows a young protagonist whose personal adventures unfold alongside the historic opening of the canal, blending fiction with documented events.

The book is illustrated by Gerald McCann and reflects the series’ emphasis on accessible history grounded in real people, places, and moments.

Condition:
Hardcover in good condition with dust jacket. This is a Book Club Edition. The dust jacket shows noticeable wear, including tears, creasing, and chipping along the edges. The light blue cloth boards are clean with minor shelf wear. Interior pages are clean with mild age toning, and the binding remains solid. No library markings noted.