Samuel Morey: The Edison Of His Day

By George Calvin Carter

Book Overview

""Samuel Morey: The Edison Of His Day"" is a biography of Samuel Morey, a prolific inventor and entrepreneur who lived in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book is written by George Calvin Carter and provides a detailed account of Morey's life, from his childhood in Connecticut to his many inventions and business ventures in Vermont and New Hampshire.Morey is perhaps best known for his work on the steam engine and his development of the first successful steamboat, which he called the ""Experiment."" However, he also made significant contributions to the fields of agriculture, transportation, and communication, and was a pioneer in the use of gas as a source of light and heat.Carter's book draws on a wealth of primary sources, including Morey's own writings and correspondence, as well as contemporary accounts and historical records. The author provides a vivid portrait of Morey as a driven and innovative thinker, as well as a shrewd businessman who was often ahead of his time.Overall, ""Samuel Morey: The Edison Of His Day"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of technology and innovation in America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432576399
• ISBN13: 9781432576394
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 120 Pages
• Weight: 0.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"