Richard Harding Davis

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The West from a car window (eBook, ePUB)

Journey Through the American West: A Literary Exploration

Beschreibung

In "The West from a Car Window," Richard Harding Davis encapsulates the vibrant tapestry of the American West through the eyes of a passenger on a cross-country journey. This travel narrative weaves together keen observations with an engaging prose style that is both descriptive and incisive, reflecting the spirit of exploration prevalent in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Davis's work is marked by its ability to illuminate the social and geographical landscapes, while also addressing the burgeoning changes brought on by industrialization and modernization during this transformative era. Richard Harding Davis, an esteemed journalist and fiction writer of his time, was known for his ability to portray the American zeitgeist with clarity and vigor. His own adventurous spirit and deep fascination with the West undoubtedly influenced this literary endeavor. Having traveled extensively, Davis drew on his personal experiences and observations, blending them with insightful commentary that speaks to the complexities of American identity and culture during an era of great change. For readers seeking an engaging and informative exploration of the American West, "The West from a Car Window" offers a unique lens through which to view the dynamic interplay between landscape and human experience. Davis's eloquent prose invites readers to not only witness but also feel the exhilaration of travel and discovery, making this work a compelling addition to the canon of American literature.

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Richard Harding Davis was an American journalist, fiction and drama writer who is best remembered for becoming the first American war correspondent to cover the Spanish-American War, the Second Boer War, and WWI. His writing considerably helped Theodore Roosevelt's political career. He also played a significant effect in the evolution of American magazines. His impact extended to the world of fashion, and he is credited with popularizing the clean-shaven style among males at the start of the twentieth century. Davis was born April 18, 1864, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His mother, Rebecca Harding Davis, was a well-known writer in her day. His father, Lemuel Clarke Davis, was a journalist who edited the Philadelphia Public Ledger. Davis attended Episcopal Academy when he was a young man. After an unsatisfactory year at Swarthmore College, Davis relocated to Lehigh University, where his uncle, H. Wilson Harding, was a professor. Davis' first book, a collection of short stories titled The Adventures of My Freshman (1884), was published while he was at Lehigh. Many of the tales had previously appeared in the student magazine, the Lehigh Burr. Davis attended Johns Hopkins University after transferring in 1885.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 134
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Juli 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4066339526570
• Artikelnr.: 68450178