The Longest Line on the Map

"The Longest Line on the Map" by Rutkow offers a captivating exploration of the Pan-American Highway, the world's longest road that connects North and South America. The book uncovers the highway’s complex history—shaped by diplomacy, engineering, and politics—and examines its significance within the broader narrative of hemispheric development. Richly detailed and engaging, it invites readers to reflect on the possibilities for unity between the Americas while delving into the stories behind this remarkable infrastructure project.