first edition Pamphlet
1826 · Philadelphia
Philadelphia: Pennsylvania Society for Internal Improvement; Printed by Joseph R. A. Skerrett, 1826. First Edition. Pamphlet. Very good. 47pp. in original unprinted wraps. Bits of loss at corner tips, closed tear 1/4 inch along top edge, through all pages, not affecting text.
An important pamphlet containing the original instructions given to Strickland for his historic mission to Britain. The Society's instructions list the precise details wanted on British techniques in railway, canal, bridge and road construction, as well as their methods of iron and steel manufacture. Strickland's work was of major importance in opening the way for U.S. entry into the Industrial Revolution. (Inventory #: 1306)
An important pamphlet containing the original instructions given to Strickland for his historic mission to Britain. The Society's instructions list the precise details wanted on British techniques in railway, canal, bridge and road construction, as well as their methods of iron and steel manufacture. Strickland's work was of major importance in opening the way for U.S. entry into the Industrial Revolution. (Inventory #: 1306)