John Keese, Wit And Litterateur: A Biographical Memoir (1883)

By William Linn Keese

Book Overview

John Keese, Wit and Litterateur: A Biographical Memoir (1883) is a book written by William L. Keese, which chronicles the life of John Keese, a prominent figure in the literary and social circles of New York City in the mid-19th century. John Keese was a writer, editor, and critic who contributed to various publications, including the New York Mirror and the New York Evening Post.The book provides a detailed account of John Keese's life, starting with his childhood and education, and tracing his career as a writer and editor. It also delves into his personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his social and cultural activities.Throughout the book, William L. Keese presents a vivid portrait of John Keese as a witty and erudite figure, who was well-respected in literary circles and known for his sharp wit and keen intellect. The book includes numerous anecdotes and quotes from Keese's writings and speeches, which provide insight into his personality and worldview.Overall, John Keese, Wit and Litterateur: A Biographical Memoir (1883) is a fascinating account of the life of a prominent literary figure in 19th-century America, and offers a valuable glimpse into the cultural and social milieu 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163884545
• ISBN13: 9781163884546
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 98 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"