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The Provincial American - and Other Papers

Meredith Nicholson

Verlag: Word Well Books

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This book, “The Provincial American and Other Papers,” published in 1912, features a memoir in which the author reflects upon his experience of being an American from a provincial point of view, reflecting upon his own local roots in Midwestern states. Author Meredith Nicholson (1866-1947) was a best-selling author from Indiana, U.S., a politician, and a diplomat. His career began as a reporter for newspapers in Indianapolis from 1884 to 1897. He later wrote several books, including bestsellers: “The House of a Thousand Candles” (1906), “The Port of Missing Men” (1907), and “A Hoosier Chronicle” (1912). In 1928 he began a career in politics, first as a city councilman and later as a diplomat in South America, appointed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt.
Verfügbar seit: 16.06.2022.

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