Marse Henry: An Autobiography, Complete by Henry Watterson
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"Marse Henry: An Autobiography, Complete" by Henry Watterson is an autobiographical account written in the early 20th century. The book details the life of the author, exploring significant events, influential political figures, and the social atmosphere of the time in America. It provides personal reflections and insights into Watterson's upbringing during a politically charged era, particularly focusing on his experiences during his early years in Washington and his observations of major political
developments. The opening of "Marse Henry" introduces Henry Watterson's early life. He recounts his birth in Washington, D.C., against a backdrop of major political figures and events, such as the presidencies of John Quincy Adams and Andrew Jackson. Watterson's narrative reflects on his family background, particularly his father's political career, and the strong influence of religious sentiment in his youth. He details his fascination with politics and ambition for literary success, setting the stage for a rich and nuanced examination of his journey through a turbulent historical landscape, underscored by the impending Civil War. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Watterson, Henry, 1840-1921 |
|---|---|
| Title | Marse Henry: An Autobiography, Complete |
| Credits |
Produced by Curtis A. Weyant, David Widger and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E660: History: America: Late nineteenth century (1865-1900) |
| Subject | Watterson, Henry, 1840-1921 |
| Subject | Journalists -- Kentucky -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 8460 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-08460-2 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | Jun 21, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 718 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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