Will Rogers: Ambassador Of Goodwill, Prince Of Wit And Wisdom

By P. J. O'Brien

Book Overview

""Will Rogers: Ambassador Of Goodwill, Prince Of Wit And Wisdom"" is a biography book written by P. J. O'Brien. The book tells the life story of Will Rogers, who was a renowned American humorist, actor, and social commentator. Rogers was born in Oklahoma in 1879 and began his career as a cowboy and a performer in Wild West shows. He later became a vaudeville performer and eventually transitioned to film and radio.The book explores Rogers' life and career, from his early days as a cowboy to his rise to fame as a beloved American icon. It covers his various accomplishments, including his work as a journalist, his role as a political commentator, and his tireless efforts as a goodwill ambassador. The book also delves into Rogers' personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his tragic death in a plane crash in 1935.Through anecdotes, quotes, and historical accounts, the book paints a vivid portrait of Rogers as a man of great wit, intelligence, and compassion. It highlights his unique ability to use humor to address serious issues and to bring people together, even in times of great turmoil. Overall, ""Will Rogers: Ambassador Of Goodwill, Prince Of Wit And Wisdom"" is a fascinating and insightful look at the life and legacy of one of America's most beloved figures.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: 1163136263
• ISBN13: 9781163136263
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"