Memorial Of The Inauguration Of The Statue Of Franklin (1857)

""Memorial of the Inauguration of the Statue of Franklin"" is a historical book written by Nathaniel Bradstreet Shurtleff. The book was published in 1857 and documents the inauguration ceremony of the statue of Benjamin Franklin in Boston. The statue was erected in honor of the renowned American statesman, scientist, and philosopher.The book provides a detailed account of the event, including speeches delivered by notable figures such as Edward Everett, the Governor of Massachusetts, and Robert C. Winthrop, a prominent politician and orator. It also includes descriptions of the statue itself, its design, and the process of its creation.The author, Nathaniel Bradstreet Shurtleff, was a historian and politician who served as the Mayor of Boston during the mid-19th century. He was a well-known figure in the city and played an important role in the inauguration ceremony of the Franklin statue.Overall, ""Memorial of the Inauguration of the Statue of Franklin"" is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the life and legacy of Benjamin Franklin, as well as the cultural and political climate of mid-19th century Boston.This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.