Irvin Cobb, His Book: by Various
"Irvin Cobb, His Book" by Various is a collection of friendly tributes that celebrates the life and contributions of Irvin S. Cobb, a prominent American author and journalist, during the early 20th century. Created in the context of a dinner held in his honor at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel, this book presents a series of commendations from friends and colleagues, reflecting on Cobb's literary prowess and character. The primary topic revolves around his
achievements in humor, storytelling, and reporting, which have earned him a cherished spot in American literature. The book comprises various laudatory pieces, each capturing the essence of Cobb’s versatility as a writer. These tributes highlight his ability to evoke laughter and tears, showcasing his humor intermingled with serious notes on the human experience. Contributors discuss his early career as a reporter, his notable stories, and his various published works, including "Cobb's Anatomy," "Roughing It De Luxe," and "Paths of Glory." Collectively, the testimonials paint a vivid picture of Cobb as both a beloved figure in literary circles and a man of great character, emphasizing his contributions to American culture and his enduring legacy as a writer who truly understood and portrayed the essence of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title |
Irvin Cobb, His Book: Friendly Tributes upon the Occasion of a Dinner Tendered to Irvin Shrewsbury Cobb at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel, New York, April Twenty-Fifth, MCMXV |
| Note | Illustrations by contemporary artists and cartoonists. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by hekula03, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Authors, American -- 20th century -- Biography |
| Subject | Cobb, Irvin S. (Irvin Shrewsbury), 1876-1944 |
| Subject | Humorists, American -- 20th century -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 59139 |
| Release Date | Mar 27, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 89 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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