Recollections Of A Newspaperman: A Record Of Life And Events In California (1917)

By Frank Aleamon Leach

Book Overview

Recollections Of A Newspaperman: A Record Of Life And Events In California (1917) is a memoir written by Frank Aleamon Leach, a prominent journalist and newspaperman in California during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book is a detailed account of Leach's career as a journalist, covering his experiences working for various newspapers in California, including the San Francisco Chronicle and the Los Angeles Times.Leach's memoir provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of journalism during a time of significant change in California's history. He covers a wide range of topics, including the rise of the railroad industry, the San Francisco earthquake of 1906, and the growth of Hollywood and the film industry.In addition to his professional experiences, Leach also writes about his personal life, including his marriage and family. He provides insights into the social and cultural norms of the time, as well as his own struggles and triumphs.Overall, Recollections Of A Newspaperman is a valuable historical document that offers a unique perspective on the history of California and the role of journalism in shaping public opinion and discourse during a critical period in American history.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: 1437145612
• ISBN13: 9781437145618
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 456 Pages
• Weight: 1.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.5" x 9.3"