This unique book covers the 86 bridges that span the Mississippi River from New Orleans to the Iowa and Minnesota border. It contains original pen and ink portraits of each bridge as well as historical and statistical information about their architecture. The information on the bridges is presented as a woman's journal, documented while traveling the entire length of the Great River -- delightful combination of facts, history, adventure and art. A book to be kept for reference and appreciation of these amazing masterpieces of design.