The Life and Contributions of Samuel Harrison Smith

By Dean Jarman

The book titled ""The Life And Contributions Of Samuel Harrison Smith"" by Dean Jarman is a comprehensive biography of Samuel Harrison Smith, who was an influential figure in the early years of the United States. The book provides a detailed account of Smith's life, from his birth in 1772 to his death in 1845.Smith was a prominent journalist and publisher, who played a significant role in shaping the political landscape of the United States during the early 19th century. He was the first editor of the Washington City Gazette, which was the first daily newspaper published in the city of Washington, D.C. Smith was also the first official printer of the United States Senate, and he published the Congressional Record for many years.The book covers Smith's personal life, including his marriage to Margaret Bayard, who was the sister of James A. Bayard, a prominent politician and diplomat. The author also explores Smith's contributions to the development of the printing industry in the United States, as well as his involvement in the political and social issues of his time.Overall, ""The Life And Contributions Of Samuel Harrison Smith"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of the United States, journalism, and the printing industry. The book is well-researched and provides a detailed and engaging account of the life of a significant figure in American history.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1258478358
• ISBN13: 9781258478353
• Release Date: September 2012
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 126 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.5" x 11.0"