In Their Own Words

"The river has seen it all, done it all, carried it all," writes David Solzman. "Those who know the river and its connected streams know Chicago in an elemental way. . . . Follow the river and travel into the soul of the city."
The river is indeed the soul of the city--it runs through the heart of downtown, and it is a vehicle for both pleasure and the industry that keeps Chicago humming. And with The Chicago River, Solzman has succeeded in writing an encyclopedic work that explores both its physical character and natural history. Interweaving practical tips, evocative language, and an astonishing array of anecdotes, this volume is the most comprehensive guidebook to the river and its waterways, the perfect companion for everyone from the active river enthusiast to the armchair traveler.