"Samuel F. B. Morse, His Letters and Journals" by Samuel Finley Breese Morse is a historical exploration of a famous artist and inventor, offering insights into his personal and professional journey through his own words. The book opens with Morse's formative years, depicting his birth in Massachusetts, his upbringing by devout parents, and the strong moral and educational foundations they provided. Correspondence reveals his creative spirit alongside academic challenges at Yale, setting the stage for his future pursuits. The narrative follows a young man discovering and grappling with his passions for art and scientific discovery, foreshadowing his immense contributions to society.
Samuel F. B. Morse, His Letters and Journals In Two Volumes, Volume I.
By Samuel Finley Breese Morse
Discover the private thoughts and early struggles of a brilliant mind as he navigates family expectations, artistic dreams, and the lure of scientific innovation.
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About the AuthorSamuel Finley Breese Morse was an American inventor and painter. After establishing his reputation as a portrait painter, Morse, in his middle age, contributed to the invention of a single-wire telegraph system based on European telegraphs. He was a co-developer of Morse code in 1837 and helped to develop the commercial use of telegraphy.
Samuel Finley Breese Morse was an American inventor and painter. After establishing his reputation as a portrait painter, Morse, in his middle age, contributed to the invention of a single-wire telegraph system based on European telegraphs. He was a co-developer of Morse code in 1837 and helped to develop the commercial use of telegraphy.
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