A memoir by Samuel Griswold Goodrich, an American author and publisher who was active in the 19th century. Through a series of letters, Goodrich recounts his experiences and interactions with notable figures of his day, including presidents, writers, and scientists. This book provides a unique perspective on 19th century America and is a valuable resource for historians and anyone interested in the lives of influential figures in American history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.