This book is an in-depth look at the history of the Government Printing Office in Washington, D.C. It covers the period from the founding of the office in 1789 to 1881 and gives a brief record of the public printing during this time. Written by Robert Washington Kerr, this book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of printing or the workings of the U.S. government.

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