Peter Cooper: A Mechanic of New York is a biographical account of the life of Peter Cooper, an American industrialist, inventor, and philanthropist. Written by Gano Dunn, the book chronicles Cooper's rise from humble beginnings as a young apprentice in a New York City hat-making shop to becoming one of the most successful businessmen of his time.The book covers Cooper's many achievements, including his invention of the first American steam locomotive, his founding of the Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, and his role in the development of the telegraph and the transatlantic cable. It also delves into his personal life, including his marriage to his childhood sweetheart and his close relationships with other prominent figures of the time, such as Abraham Lincoln and Thomas Edison.Throughout the book, Dunn paints a vivid picture of the rapidly changing world of 19th-century America, and the many challenges that Cooper faced as he sought to make his mark in the world of industry and innovation. From his early struggles as a young apprentice to his later years as a respected elder statesman, Peter Cooper: A Mechanic of New York is a fascinating portrait of one of America's most influential and inspiring figures.Delivered At A National Newcomen Luncheon Of The Newcomen Society.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.