The Pioneer Press of Kentucky

Focusing on the history of printing in Kentucky, this book chronicles the evolution of the press from its inception on August 11, 1787, as the first west of the Alleghenies, to the emergence of daily newspapers by 1830. It serves as a high-quality reprint of the original 1888 edition, preserving the rich narrative of Kentucky's printing heritage and its impact on communication and culture during this formative period.