Over My Left Shoulder: A Panorama of Men and Events, Burlesques and Tragedies, Cabbages and Kings and Sometimes W and Y

By Robert H. Davis

Book Overview

""Over My Left Shoulder: A Panorama of Men and Events, Burlesques and Tragedies, Cabbages and Kings and Sometimes W and Y"" is a memoir by Robert H. Davis that offers a unique perspective on American history and culture from the early 20th century. The book is a collection of essays, anecdotes, and recollections that cover a wide range of topics, from the author's experiences as a newspaper editor and publisher to his encounters with famous figures such as Theodore Roosevelt and Mark Twain. Davis also delves into the world of burlesque and vaudeville, providing a glimpse into the entertainment industry of the time. The book is written in a conversational style, with Davis sharing his thoughts and opinions on various subjects in an engaging and entertaining manner. Overall, ""Over My Left Shoulder"" is a fascinating and insightful look at a bygone era in American history, told through the eyes of one of its most colorful and influential figures.1926. This volume contains passages from the reporter and historian, Davis' diary of remembrances-just the tally of certain bygone doings and sayings, of which he has been reminded by something which happened yesterday or this morning.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: 1162718455
• ISBN13: 9781162718453
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 370 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"