The People I've Smiled With

By Marshall P. Wilder

Book Overview

""The People I've Smiled With: Recollections of a Merry Little Life"" is a memoir written by Marshall P. Wilder. The book is a collection of stories and recollections of Wilder's life, from his childhood to his career as a successful actor and comedian. Wilder shares his experiences growing up with a physical disability, which he turned into an asset in his performances. He also recounts his travels and encounters with famous figures such as Mark Twain and President Theodore Roosevelt. Throughout the book, Wilder's humor and positive outlook on life shine through, making for an uplifting and enjoyable read. This memoir is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of finding joy in life's simple moments.1899. From the introduction: When I first met Marshall P. Wilder, I was drawn toward him because of his magnetic smile and because of a sympathy for a merry lad who bore his little cross so patiently...He has written here a little book which is a reflex of his own happy, buoyant nature. It contains recollections of a life which has known no evil, and which, if it has not always been spent in sunshine, has reflected every pleasant rainbow hue which has fallen upon it. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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: 1417943580
• ISBN13: 9781417943586
• Release Date: August 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"