Foot-prints of a letter carrier; or, a history of the world's correspondece by Rees
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"Foot-prints of a Letter Carrier; or, A History of the World's Correspondence" by James Rees is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book explores the development and significance of postal systems throughout history, particularly in the context of the United States. It promises to delve into various aspects of postal history, including biographies, anecdotes, and statistics that underscore the social and political importance of postal services. The opening portion
of the work establishes a foundational understanding of the post office's history, emphasizing its significant yet often overlooked role in society. The author reflects on the general disinterest in postal history, despite its relevance to daily life and national affairs. Rees discusses the evolution of communication methods from ancient times, introducing the concept of post as a governmental necessity linked to trade and commerce. He sets the stage for a narrative that connects various developments in postal services across nations while highlighting the profound impact these systems have had on the progression of civilization. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Rees, James, 1802-1885 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 05027845 |
| Title | Foot-prints of a letter carrier; or, a history of the world's correspondece |
| Credits |
Produced by Adrian Mastronardi, The Philatelic Digital Library Project at www.tpdlp.net, Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 57.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HE: Social sciences: Transportation and communications |
| Subject | Postal service -- History |
| Subject | Postal service -- United States -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 47190 |
| Release Date | Oct 24, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 849 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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