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Recollections Of A Newspaperman: A Record Of Life And Events In California (1917)

Recollections Of A Newspaperman: A Record Of Life And Events In California (1917)

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral SociologyRegional: West

ISBN10: 1164944479
ISBN13: 9781164944478
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 456
Weight: 1.71
Height: 0.92 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
Recollections Of A Newspaperman: A Record Of Life And Events In California (1917) is a memoir written by Frank Aleamon Leach, a prominent journalist and newspaper editor in California during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book is a detailed account of Leach's experiences as a newspaperman, covering his career from his early days as a cub reporter to his rise to the position of editor-in-chief of the San Francisco Call.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a particular aspect of Leach's life and career. These include his experiences covering the San Francisco earthquake of 1906, his encounters with famous figures such as Mark Twain and Jack London, and his involvement in the political and social issues of his time.Throughout the book, Leach provides a vivid and engaging account of life in California during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He offers insights into the workings of the newspaper industry, as well as the social and political climate of the era. He also reflects on his own personal experiences, including his struggles with alcoholism and his eventual recovery.Overall, Recollections Of A Newspaperman is a fascinating and insightful memoir that provides a unique perspective on the history of California and the newspaper industry during the early 20th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in journalism, history, or the social and political issues of the time.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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