The Will Rogers Book

By Paula McSpadden Love, Compiled by Paula McSpadden Love, Will Rogers, et al.

Book Overview

The Will Rogers Book by Paula McSpadden Love is a comprehensive biography of the legendary American humorist and actor, Will Rogers. The book provides a detailed account of Rogers' life, from his humble beginnings in Oklahoma to his rise to fame as a vaudeville performer, movie star, and political commentator.Love's writing is engaging and informative, and she draws on a wealth of primary sources to paint a vivid portrait of Rogers and the era in which he lived. She explores his early years as a cowboy and performer, his success on the vaudeville circuit, and his transition to the silver screen.The book also delves into Rogers' political views and his role as a commentator on the events of the day. Love examines his views on issues such as prohibition, the New Deal, and the rise of fascism in Europe, and shows how his unique perspective and wit made him a beloved figure in American culture.Overall, The Will Rogers Book is a fascinating and entertaining read that offers a detailed look at one of America's most beloved entertainers. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American popular culture or the life of Will Rogers.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: 054838956X
• ISBN13: 9780548389560
• Release Date: September 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 220 Pages
• Weight: 1.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.3" x 11.0"