John L. Stoddard: Traveler, Lecturer, Litterateur

By D. Crane Taylor

Book Overview

John L. Stoddard: Traveler, Lecturer, Litterateur is a biography written by D. Crane Taylor about the life and accomplishments of John L. Stoddard. Stoddard was an American traveler, lecturer, and writer who lived from 1850 to 1931. He is best known for his travel lectures, which he began giving in the late 19th century and continued until his death.The book provides a detailed account of Stoddard's life, from his childhood in Massachusetts to his travels around the world. It explores his early years as a student at Williams College, where he developed a fascination with history and culture. After college, Stoddard embarked on a series of travels that took him to Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. He documented his experiences in a series of books and lectures that were widely popular in his time.The book also delves into Stoddard's personal life, including his marriage to a wealthy socialite and his involvement in the arts and literary circles of his time. It explores his friendships with notable figures such as Mark Twain and Henry James, as well as his contributions to the cultural and intellectual life of his era.Overall, John L. Stoddard: Traveler, Lecturer, Litterateur offers a comprehensive portrait of a fascinating figure in American history. It provides a window into the world of travel and culture in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, as well as a glimpse into the life of a man who helped shape that world.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: 116318814X
• ISBN13: 9781163188149
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 356 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"