S. S. McClure: My Autobiography (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163434536)

S. S. McClure: My Autobiography is a memoir written by the American publisher, Samuel Sidney McClure, known for founding the McClure's Magazine. The book provides a detailed account of McClure's life, starting from his childhood in Ireland to his rise as a successful publisher in the United States. The autobiography covers McClure's early struggles as a journalist, his partnership with his friend John Sanborn Phillips to start a newspaper, and his eventual success with the creation of McClure's Magazine. The book also delves into McClure's personal life, including his marriage to his wife Harriet Hurd and their children.Throughout the book, McClure shares his experiences and insights into the publishing industry, including his relationships with famous writers such as Mark Twain and Rudyard Kipling. He also discusses his involvement in political and social issues of his time, such as the Progressive Movement and the fight for women's suffrage.Overall, S. S. McClure: My Autobiography provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of a prominent publisher and his impact on American culture and society.A Thrilling Story Of The Life Of The Founder Of A Famous Magazine. The Magazine Magnate Relates His Life From Birth In Ireland To Hobnobbing With The Rich And Famous In America.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: S. S. McClure
ISBN-10: 1163434531
ISBN-13: 9781163434536
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 316
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.40lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d