This book is a transcript of a speech given by Henry Oscar Houghton, founder of the publishing company Houghton, Mifflin and Company, on the topic of early printing in America. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of book publishing in the United States, including the challenges faced by printers and publishers in the early years and the evolution of the industry over time. Whether you're a bibliophile, a history buff, or interested in the publishing industry, this book is a must-read. 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.