Marse Henry: An Autobiography V1 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162941721)

Marse Henry: An Autobiography V1 is a book written by Henry Watterson, a prominent American journalist and editor. This book is the first volume of his autobiography, which chronicles his life and career from his childhood in Kentucky to his rise as a successful journalist in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different period of Watterson's life. In the early chapters, he talks about his family background and upbringing, including his father's involvement in the Civil War and his own experiences growing up in post-war Kentucky.As the book progresses, Watterson discusses his early career as a journalist and his eventual rise to prominence as the editor of the Louisville Courier-Journal, one of the most influential newspapers in the country at the time. He also talks about his involvement in politics, including his support for the Democratic Party and his close relationship with several prominent politicians of the era.Throughout the book, Watterson provides insights into the social and political climate of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, including the rise of industrialization and the changing role of the media in American society. He also offers his own opinions on a wide range of topics, from race relations to the role of government in society.Overall, Marse Henry: An Autobiography V1 is a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of one of America's most influential journalists and political figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of journalism, politics, and American society in general.In Two Volumes.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: Henry Watterson
ISBN-10: 1162941723
ISBN-13: 9781162941721
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 332
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.98lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d