Thomas Wakefield Goodspeed (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163138977)

The book ""Thomas Wakefield Goodspeed"" is a biography written by Charles Ten Broeke about the life and achievements of Thomas Wakefield Goodspeed. Goodspeed was a prominent figure in the world of publishing, known for his contributions to the field of bibliography and for his work as a book collector and dealer. The book provides a comprehensive account of Goodspeed's life, from his childhood in Massachusetts to his career as a publisher and collector in Chicago. It also explores his relationships with other notable figures in the publishing world, including Carl Sandburg and H.L. Mencken. Through the lens of Goodspeed's life, the book offers insights into the history of American publishing and the role of books in shaping cultural and intellectual life. Overall, ""Thomas Wakefield Goodspeed"" is a richly detailed and engaging biography that sheds light on an important figure in the history of American letters.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: Charles Ten Broeke Goodspeed
ISBN-10: 1163138975
ISBN-13: 9781163138977
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 92
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.30lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.19d