Palmer, Thomas H., 1782-1861

Thomas H. Palmer was an American printer, author, and educator. Born in Scotland, he emigrated to Philadelphia, establishing a printing shop. He later moved to Vermont, where he opened a school and library. In an effort to encourage American schoolchildren to complete their homework, Palmer penned the well-known maxim, "If at first you don't succeed, try, try again," in the introduction to his 1840 Teacher's Manual.

From the description of Thomas H. Palmer letter to Marsh, Capen, Lyon & Co., 1840 Nov. 17. (Pennsylvania State University Libraries). WorldCat record id: 70082104

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