Footprints of a Letter Carrier: Or A History of the World s Correspondence is a book written by James Rees and published in 1866. The book is a detailed account of the history of postal services and the evolution of letter writing in different parts of the world. Rees, who was a letter carrier himself, provides a unique perspective on the subject matter, having witnessed first-hand the changes that occurred in the postal system during his career.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different ...
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Footprints of a Letter Carrier: Or A History of the World s Correspondence is a book written by James Rees and published in 1866. The book is a detailed account of the history of postal services and the evolution of letter writing in different parts of the world. Rees, who was a letter carrier himself, provides a unique perspective on the subject matter, having witnessed first-hand the changes that occurred in the postal system during his career.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the history of correspondence. The first chapter discusses the origins of letter writing and the development of the postal system in ancient times. Subsequent chapters cover the growth of postal services in Europe and America, including the establishment of the first post offices and the introduction of postage stamps. The book also explores the impact of technology on letter writing, including the invention of the telegraph and the telephone.Throughout the book, Rees provides fascinating anecdotes and stories about the people and events that shaped the history of correspondence. He also offers insights into the social and cultural significance of letter writing, including its role in maintaining personal relationships and facilitating communication between different cultures.Overall, Footprints of a Letter Carrier is a comprehensive and engaging account of the history of postal services and the evolution of letter writing. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of communication and the development of technology.Containing Biographies, Tales, Sketches, Incidents, And Statistics Connected With Postal History.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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