A Publisher’s Confession (1905)

A Publisher’s Confession (1905)

Walter Hines Page

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Literatura: historia y crítica
ISBN:
9781436746502
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A Publisher’s Confession is a memoir written by Walter Hines Page, an American journalist, editor, and publisher who was also a prominent figure in the Progressive Era. The book was published in 1905 and provides a fascinating insight into the world of publishing in the early 20th century.In this memoir, Page shares his experiences as a publisher, including his struggles to establish a successful publishing company and his efforts to promote the works of American authors. He also discusses his relationships with many of the leading literary figures of his time, including Mark Twain, William Dean Howells, and Henry James.Throughout the book, Page reflects on the challenges and rewards of the publishing industry, as well as his own personal beliefs about the role of literature in society. He also offers his thoughts on the state of American culture at the turn of the century, including issues such as race relations, immigration, and the rise of consumerism.Overall, A Publisher’s Confession is a thought-provoking and insightful memoir that offers a unique window into the world of publishing and American culture in the early 20th century.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.

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