""Extracts From The Private Letters Of Sir William Fothergill Cooke, 1836-39: Relating To The Invention And Development Of The Electric Telegraph"" is a book compiled by William Fothergill Cooke himself, and published in 1895. The book is a collection of private letters written by Cooke between 1836 and 1839, which document his journey in inventing and developing the electric telegraph. These letters provide an insight into the thought process and struggles of Cooke during the early stages of the invention, and also highlight the contributions of his collaborator Charles Wheatstone. The book is a valuable resource for historians and researchers interested in the history of communication technology, and provides a unique perspective on the development of the electric telegraph from the inventor's point of view.Also, A Memoir.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.