Smith, Francis Hopkinson

An American author, story - teller, illustrator, and engineer, Francis Hopkinson Smith (1838 - 1915) was the descendant of Francis Hopkinson, a signatory to the Declaration of Independence. The foundation of the Statue of Liberty is amongst his greatest achievements as an engineer. Earning fame as an illustrator and painter, he started his literary career in his fifties and published the famous series of Colonel Carter novels. ;

Francis Hopkinson Smith was a noted American story-teller and artist. He had an innate talent of picturesquely depicting natural beauty. His unique style is still enjoyed by readers the world over.;