Charles Dudley Warner

As We Were Saying (eBook, ePUB)

Thought-Provoking Essays on American Society and Politics

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In 'As We Were Saying' by Charles Dudley Warner, readers are treated to a collection of essays that reflect the author's keen observations and witty commentary on various social and political issues of his time. Warner's literary style is both thought-provoking and humorous, making this book a captivating read for those interested in 19th-century American literature. The essays touch on topics such as politics, literature, and education, showcasing Warner's versatility as a writer. The book provides valuable insights into the political and social landscape of the time, shedding light on the concerns and debates that were prevalent during the period. Charles Dudley Warner's writing is as relevant today as it was in his time, making 'As We Were Saying' a timeless work that continues to resonate with readers. Warner's background as a journalist and editor likely influenced his perspective on the issues discussed in the book, adding depth and credibility to his observations. Readers who enjoy insightful commentary and engaging prose will appreciate 'As We Were Saying' for its enduring relevance and literary merit.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 155
• Erscheinungstermin: 25. April 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066208974
• Artikelnr.: 58754632

Autorenporträt

Charles Dudley Warner was an American author and friend of Mark Twain. He was born September 12, 1829, and died October 20, 1900. Warner wrote essays and novels and co-wrote The Gilded Age: A Tale of Today with Twain. Warner was raised by Puritans and was born in Plainfield, Massachusetts. He lived in Charlemont, Massachusetts, from the age of six to fourteen. He wrote about this time and place in his book Being a Boy (1877). Following that, he went to Cazenovia, New York. In 1851, he graduated from Hamilton College in Clinton, New York. He worked as a surveyor in Missouri and then went to the University of Pennsylvania to study law. From 1856 to 1860, he worked as a lawyer in Chicago. In 1860, he went to Connecticut to become an assistant editor at The Hartford Press. He became editor of the paper in 1861 and stayed in that job until 1867, when it joined with another paper to become The Hartford Courant. At that time, he became co-editor with Joseph R. Hawley. As of 1892, he was in charge of The Editor's Study at Harper's Magazine, where he had been in charge of The Editor's Drawer since 1884.