Moses Greenleaf, Maine's First Mapmaker: A Biography (1902) is a book written by Edgar Crosby Smith that tells the story of Moses Greenleaf, a prominent figure in the history of Maine. The book is a comprehensive biography that explores the life and work of Greenleaf, who is known for creating the first accurate map of the state of Maine.The book begins by providing a detailed account of Greenleaf's early life, including his upbringing in rural Maine and his education at Bowdoin College. It then goes on to describe his early career as a teacher and surveyor, and his eventual decision to devote himself to the creation of a comprehensive map of Maine.The book provides a detailed description of Greenleaf's work on the map, including his travels throughout the state to gather information and his use of new surveying techniques to ensure accuracy. It also explores the challenges that Greenleaf faced in his work, including financial difficulties and opposition from other cartographers.In addition to exploring Greenleaf's work on the map, the book also delves into his personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his involvement in politics and his contributions to the development of Maine as a state.Overall, Moses Greenleaf, Maine's First Mapmaker: A Biography is a comprehensive and engaging account of the life and work of a significant figure in the history of Maine. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of cartography and the challenges faced by those who sought to accurately map the rapidly changing landscape of the United States.With Letters, Unpublished Manuscripts And A Reprint Of Mr. Greenleaf��s Rare Paper On Indian Place Names.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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