The Letters Of William Roscoe Thayer

Book Overview

The Letters of William Roscoe Thayer is a collection of personal letters written by William Roscoe Thayer, a prominent American historian, journalist, and biographer, to his friend and fellow historian, Charles Downer Hazen. The letters span a period of over forty years, from 1892 to 1933, and offer a fascinating glimpse into the intellectual and cultural life of the period. Thayer discusses a wide range of topics in his letters, including his travels, his writing projects, his opinions on current events, and his interactions with other notable figures of the time. The book provides a unique perspective on the development of American intellectual culture and the role of historians in shaping national identity. Hazen's introduction provides context for the letters and offers insights into the personal relationship between Thayer and Hazen. Overall, The Letters of William Roscoe Thayer is a valuable resource for scholars and anyone interested in the history of American intellectual culture in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.The Personal Letters Of William Roscoe Thayer, Scholar And Author. Taken From His Early Years Through His Stages Of Life And Experiences, WWI, With Roosevelt, And Ends With His Closing Years.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: 116314990X
• ISBN13: 9781163149904
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 492 Pages
• Weight: 1.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"