The Woodcarver Of Salem: Samuel McIntire, His Life And Work is a biographical book written by Frank Cousins in 1916. The book provides a detailed account of the life and work of Samuel McIntire, a renowned woodcarver from Salem, Massachusetts. The book begins by tracing McIntire's ancestry and early life, before delving into his career as a woodcarver. Cousins describes McIntire's craftsmanship and his unique style, which was heavily influenced by the Federalist movement. The book also explores McIntire's work as an ...
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The Woodcarver Of Salem: Samuel McIntire, His Life And Work is a biographical book written by Frank Cousins in 1916. The book provides a detailed account of the life and work of Samuel McIntire, a renowned woodcarver from Salem, Massachusetts. The book begins by tracing McIntire's ancestry and early life, before delving into his career as a woodcarver. Cousins describes McIntire's craftsmanship and his unique style, which was heavily influenced by the Federalist movement. The book also explores McIntire's work as an architect, including his designs for buildings such as the Salem Custom House and Hamilton Hall.In addition to his professional life, The Woodcarver Of Salem also delves into McIntire's personal life. Cousins describes McIntire's family and relationships, as well as his involvement in the Salem community. The book also discusses the impact of McIntire's work on the development of Salem as a city.Overall, The Woodcarver Of Salem: Samuel McIntire, His Life And Work is a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of one of America's most renowned woodcarvers. It provides a fascinating insight into the world of 18th-century craftsmanship, as well as the history of Salem as a city.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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