John Esten Cooke, Virginian (1922)

By John Owen Beaty

Book Overview

""John Esten Cooke, Virginian"" is a biographical work written by John Owen Beaty and published in 1922. The book tells the story of John Esten Cooke, a prominent figure in the American Civil War and a celebrated author of the post-war period. Cooke was born in Virginia in 1830 and grew up in a family of writers and intellectuals. He served in the Confederate Army during the Civil War and was known for his bravery and leadership. After the war, Cooke turned to writing and became one of the most popular authors of his time, publishing numerous novels and stories inspired by his experiences in the war. The book provides a detailed account of Cooke's life and career, including his relationships with other writers and historical figures of the time. It also explores the cultural and social context of Cooke's work, shedding light on the literary and political climate of the post-war period. Overall, ""John Esten Cooke, Virginian"" is a fascinating portrait of a complex and influential figure in American history and literature.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120304857
• ISBN13: 9781120304858
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 184 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"