A Book of Prefaces (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781432610814)

""A Book of Prefaces"" is a collection of essays written by H.L. Mencken, a prominent American journalist, satirist, and cultural critic. The book was first published in 1917 and has since become a classic in the literary world. The essays are a series of prefaces that Mencken wrote for various books and authors, ranging from the works of Edgar Allan Poe to the poetry of Walt Whitman.In these prefaces, Mencken offers his insights and opinions on the authors and their works, as well as on literature and the writing process in general. He is known for his witty and acerbic style, and his essays reflect his sharp intellect and his deep love of literature.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different theme or genre of literature. Mencken discusses everything from the history of the novel to the art of the essay, and he offers his thoughts on the works of a wide range of authors, including Mark Twain, Joseph Conrad, and James Joyce.Overall, ""A Book of Prefaces"" is a fascinating look at the world of literature and the minds of some of its greatest writers. Mencken's essays are both entertaining and thought-provoking, and they offer a unique perspective on the art of writing and the power of literature.1917. Mencken, American newspaperman, editor and critic known for his excellence in framing insults aimed at anyone. Contents: Joseph Conrad; Theodore Dreiser; James Huneker; and Puritanism as a Literary Force 197. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: H. L. Mencken
ISBN-10: 1432610813
ISBN-13: 9781432610814
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/01/2005
Pages: 292
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.32lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d