L'isthme de Panama

This work offers a sweeping survey of the Isthmus of Panama, tracing its immense length and the narrow points where a sea‑to‑sea passage might be imagined. The author maps the region with meticulous care, describing five key locations—from Tehuantepec in the north to the Darien in the south—where the land thins enough to suggest a possible canal. Along the way, he paints a vivid picture of the surrounding geography: the towering Andes, the sprawling Gulf of Honduras, and the distinctive horseshoe shape that crowns the southern end of the isthmus.

Beyond the raw measurements, the book places the Panama corridor in a broader historical context, comparing it to other famous straits and reflecting on the ambitions of engineers who have long eyed its potential. An accompanying map enriches the narrative, allowing listeners to visualize the terrain as the author unfolds his detailed analysis. The early chapters set the stage for a deeper exploration of how geography, ambition, and technology intersect in the quest to link the Atlantic and Pacific.