Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""History Of The Government Printing Office, At Washington, D. C.: With A Brief Record Of The Public Printing For A Century, 1789-1881"" by R. W. Kerr is an informative account of the establishment and development of the Government Printing Office in Washington D.C. The book covers a period of over a century, from 1789 to 1881, and provides a detailed history of the printing services provided by the government during this time. The book begins with an introduction to the early printing practices in the United States and the establishment of the Government Printing Office. The author then goes on to describe the various functions and responsibilities of the office, including the printing of government documents, reports, and publications. The book also includes a discussion of the technological advancements that have taken place in the printing industry during this time period.In addition to the historical account of the Government Printing Office, the book also provides a brief record of the public printing for a century. This includes information on the printing of important documents such as the Constitution, the Declaration of Independence, and the Emancipation Proclamation.Overall, ""History Of The Government Printing Office, At Washington, D. C.: With A Brief Record Of The Public Printing For A Century, 1789-1881"" is a comprehensive and well-researched book that provides valuable insights into the history of the Government Printing Office and the role it has played in the development of the United States.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.
