First Edition Memoir of Eli Whitney - 1846

This is a first edition of 'Memoir of Eli Whitney, Esq.' by Denison Olmsted, published in 1846 by Durrie & Peck in New Haven. Eli Whitney was a pivotal figure in American industrial history, best known for inventing the cotton gin in 1793, which revolutionized the cotton industry. His later work focused on the development of mass production techniques, particularly in the manufacturing of firearms.

Denison Olmsted, the author, was a professor of natural philosophy and astronomy at Yale College, providing an academic perspective on Whitney's life and contributions. The book was first published in the American Journal of Science in 1832, with this separate edition appearing in 1846. This memoir offers insights into Whitney's life, inventions, and impact on American society and technology.