John Foster - Samuel Abbott Green - Bog

""John Foster: The Earliest American Engraver And The First Boston Printer"" is a historical book written by Samuel Abbott Green in 1909. The book provides a detailed account of the life and work of John Foster, who was the first engraver and printer in Boston, Massachusetts. Green explores Foster's early life, his apprenticeship in London, and his move to Boston in the mid-17th century. The author also delves into Foster's work as a printer, including his production of the first book printed in Boston, and his role in the development of the printing industry in the American colonies. The book includes reproductions of some of Foster's engravings and printing work, as well as historical documents and correspondence. Overall, ""John Foster: The Earliest American Engraver And The First Boston Printer"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of printing and publishing in colonial 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.