Publisher's Synopsis
Junius Smith: Pioneer Promoter Of Transatlantic Steam Navigation is a biographical book written by E. Leroy Pond. The book tells the story of Junius Smith, a successful businessman and entrepreneur who played a vital role in the development of steam navigation across the Atlantic Ocean. The author traces the life of Junius Smith from his early days in New York City to his rise as a prominent figure in the shipping industry. The book highlights Smith's visionary ideas and his relentless pursuit of his goals, which led him to become one of the pioneers of transatlantic steam navigation.Pond's book provides a detailed account of Smith's efforts to promote steam navigation, including his partnership with the famous inventor Robert Fulton. The author also explores the challenges and setbacks that Smith faced in his quest to establish a successful steamship line across the Atlantic.The book is well-researched and provides a fascinating insight into the history of transatlantic travel. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the development of steam navigation and the history of transportation in general.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.
