""John Foster: The Earliest American Engraver And The First Boston Printer"" is a historical book written by Samuel Abbott Green in 1909. The book explores the life and work of John Foster, who was the first engraver and printer in Boston during the 17th century. The author delves into Foster's early years, his apprenticeship as an engraver, and his eventual move to Boston where he established his own printing business. The book also discusses Foster's contributions to the printing industry in America, including his creation of the first American-made typeface. Green's detailed account of Foster's life and work provides valuable insights into the early days of printing in America and the important role that Foster played in its development. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of printing and the early days of American craftsmanship.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.