The American Leonardo: A Life of Samuel F. B. Morse (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258922443)

The American Leonardo: A Life Of Samuel F. B. Morse is a biography written by Carleton Mabee about the life of Samuel F. B. Morse, an American inventor and artist who is best known for inventing the telegraph and developing Morse code. The book provides a comprehensive account of Morse's life, from his early years as a struggling artist to his later success as an inventor and businessman. Mabee explores Morse's complex personality and his many achievements, including his role in the development of the American art scene and his contributions to the fields of science and technology. The book also delves into Morse's personal life, including his relationships with his family and his struggles with illness and financial difficulties. Overall, The American Leonardo provides a fascinating and in-depth look at the life and legacy of one of America's most important inventors and artists.This is a new release of the original 1944 edition.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.

Author: Carleton Mabee
ISBN-10: 1258922444
ISBN-13: 9781258922443
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 10/27/2013
Pages: 486
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.80lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.06d