Charles Dudley Warner

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As We Were Saying (eBook, ePUB)

Thought-Provoking Essays on American Society and Politics

Beschreibung

In "As We Were Saying," Charles Dudley Warner presents a compelling collection of essays that reflect on the nuances of American life in the late 19th century. Employing a conversational and witty literary style, Warner deftly navigates topics such as social change, cultural observations, and the complexities of human nature. His work is often characterized by its humorous yet poignant critique of contemporary society, making it resonate with the socio-political discourse of his time, especially during the transformative years following the Civil War and the burgeoning industrial era. Charles Dudley Warner, an influential figure in American literature and a close friend of Mark Twain, drew from his extensive experiences as a journalist and social commentator to craft this work. His keen observations were shaped by a deep engagement with the evolving American landscape, including the challenges faced by a rapidly modernizing society. Warner's position as an editor and his literary circle played a significant role in shaping his perspectives, allowing him to articulate the concerns and aspirations of his fellow citizens. This insightful collection is highly recommended for readers interested in the intersection of humor and social critique, offering a rich tableau of American thought that remains relevant. "As We Were Saying" not only entertains but also provokes reflection, making it a valuable addition to the canon of American literature worthy of exploration by both scholars and casual readers alike.

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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.

Produktdetails

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