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Andrew Ellicott: His Life And Letters

by Catharine Van Cortlandt Mathews
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Book cover type: Hardcover
  • ISBN13: 9780548261279
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
  • Publisher Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
  • Publication Date:
  • Pages: 268
  • Original Price: USD 44.95
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 563 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): Historical

Andrew Ellicott: His Life and Letters is a biography written by Catharine Van Cortlandt Mathews about the life and accomplishments of Andrew Ellicott. Ellicott was an American surveyor, astronomer, and mathematician who played a significant role in the early history of the United States. He was involved in the surveying of the Mason-Dixon line and the boundary between the United States and Spain. He also served as a commissioner for the District of Columbia and was responsible for laying out the city of Washington, D.C. The book provides a detailed account of Ellicott's life from his birth in 1754 to his death in 1820. It includes information about his family, education, and early career as a surveyor. The book also covers Ellicott's involvement in the American Revolution, his work as a surveyor for the federal government, and his role in the development of Washington, D.C. In addition to the biographical information, the book also includes a collection of Ellicott's letters. These letters provide insight into his personal life, his thoughts on politics and science, and his relationships with other prominent figures of the time, such as Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Banneker. Overall, Andrew Ellicott: His Life and Letters is a comprehensive account of the life of an important figure in American history. It provides readers with a deeper understanding of the early years of the United States and the individuals who helped shape its development.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.

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