| Author |
Morse, Samuel Finley Breese, 1791-1872 |
| Editor |
Morse, Edward Lind, 1857-1923 |
| Title |
Samuel F. B. Morse, His Letters and Journals
In Two Volumes, Volume II
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Carlo Traverso, Richard Prairie and PG Distributed Proofreaders. This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliotheque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at http://gallica.bnf.fr
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| Summary |
"Samuel F. B. Morse, His Letters and Journals" by Samuel Finley Breese Morse is a historical account likely written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the life and experiences of Samuel Morse, focusing primarily on his correspondence and reflections surrounding the invention of the telegraph. The narrative illuminates Morse's struggles, both personal and professional, as he endeavors to establish his telegraphic innovations amidst the complexities of national and self-identity. The opening of the volume sets the stage for the chronicle of Morse's life after his return to America from Europe in 1832. It recounts the pivotal moment aboard the packet-ship Sully when he was inspired by a discussion on electromagnetism, leading to his revolutionary idea of using electricity to transmit messages. Despite his growing vision, Morse faced numerous hardships, including financial constraints and skepticism from contemporaries. The text highlights his determination and the eventual conception of the telegraph, showcasing not only the technical breakthroughs but also the personal tribulations that shaped him as an inventor and a man. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
TK: Technology: Electrical, Electronics and Nuclear engineering
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| Subject |
Telegraph
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| Subject |
Morse, Samuel Finley Breese, 1791-1872
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
11018 |
| Release Date |
Feb 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Feb 10, 2004 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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