The Young Surveyor (1875)

The Young Surveyor is a novel written by John Townsend Trowbridge and published in 1875. The story revolves around a young boy named Tom Temple, who dreams of becoming a surveyor like his father. Tom's father is a successful surveyor, and the young boy is fascinated by his work. Tom is determined to follow in his father's footsteps and become a surveyor, but he faces many challenges along the way.The book is set in the countryside of New England in the mid-19th century, and it provides a detailed description of the life and work of surveyors during that time. The story follows Tom as he learns the skills and techniques of surveying, and as he faces obstacles such as difficult terrain, harsh weather conditions, and unfriendly locals.Throughout the book, Tom's determination and perseverance are tested, and he learns the importance of hard work, patience, and dedication. The story also explores themes such as family, friendship, and the value of education.Overall, The Young Surveyor is a compelling and educational novel that provides a fascinating insight into the life of a surveyor in 19th-century America. It is a great read for anyone interested in history, adventure, and coming-of-age stories.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.