Author: Will Rogers
Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press
ISBN: 9780806137681
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 724
Book Description
This fifth and final volume of The Papers of Will Rogers traces the career of Oklahoma’s beloved entertainer during his most popular years and extends beyond his death in 1935. By 1928, the Oklahoma humorist and commentator had reached national prominence through his newspaper columns, silent films, sound recordings, books, philanthropic endeavors, and lecture tours. His fame, fortune, and influence, however, had yet to crest. This volume showcases a wide variety of documents, including correspondence with some of the most significant figures of the day, revealing Rogers’s rise to fame as the nation’s leading social and political commentator and as a hugely popular star of radio, stage, and film. Rogers’s multifaceted career ended abruptly when he and the famous aviator Wylie Post died in an airplane crash in northernmost Alaska. This documentary history of his final years includes transcripts of radio broadcasts, contracts, and business documents, as well as nearly two hundred telegrams and letters to family, friends, and notable public figures—the majority of which have never before been published. It also covers the aftermath of his fatal airplane accident: the certificate of death, a first-person account of his funeral, settlement of his estate, efforts to pay tribute to his memory, and unauthorized attempts to capitalize on his fame.
The Papers of Will Rogers: The final years, August 1928-August 1935
Author: Will Rogers
Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press
ISBN: 9780806137681
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 724
Book Description
This fifth and final volume of The Papers of Will Rogers traces the career of Oklahoma’s beloved entertainer during his most popular years and extends beyond his death in 1935. By 1928, the Oklahoma humorist and commentator had reached national prominence through his newspaper columns, silent films, sound recordings, books, philanthropic endeavors, and lecture tours. His fame, fortune, and influence, however, had yet to crest. This volume showcases a wide variety of documents, including correspondence with some of the most significant figures of the day, revealing Rogers’s rise to fame as the nation’s leading social and political commentator and as a hugely popular star of radio, stage, and film. Rogers’s multifaceted career ended abruptly when he and the famous aviator Wylie Post died in an airplane crash in northernmost Alaska. This documentary history of his final years includes transcripts of radio broadcasts, contracts, and business documents, as well as nearly two hundred telegrams and letters to family, friends, and notable public figures—the majority of which have never before been published. It also covers the aftermath of his fatal airplane accident: the certificate of death, a first-person account of his funeral, settlement of his estate, efforts to pay tribute to his memory, and unauthorized attempts to capitalize on his fame.
Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press
ISBN: 9780806137681
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 724
Book Description
This fifth and final volume of The Papers of Will Rogers traces the career of Oklahoma’s beloved entertainer during his most popular years and extends beyond his death in 1935. By 1928, the Oklahoma humorist and commentator had reached national prominence through his newspaper columns, silent films, sound recordings, books, philanthropic endeavors, and lecture tours. His fame, fortune, and influence, however, had yet to crest. This volume showcases a wide variety of documents, including correspondence with some of the most significant figures of the day, revealing Rogers’s rise to fame as the nation’s leading social and political commentator and as a hugely popular star of radio, stage, and film. Rogers’s multifaceted career ended abruptly when he and the famous aviator Wylie Post died in an airplane crash in northernmost Alaska. This documentary history of his final years includes transcripts of radio broadcasts, contracts, and business documents, as well as nearly two hundred telegrams and letters to family, friends, and notable public figures—the majority of which have never before been published. It also covers the aftermath of his fatal airplane accident: the certificate of death, a first-person account of his funeral, settlement of his estate, efforts to pay tribute to his memory, and unauthorized attempts to capitalize on his fame.
The Papers of Will Rogers
Author: Will Rogers
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Performing arts
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Performing arts
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The Quotable Will Rogers
Author: Joseph H. Carter
Publisher: Gibbs Smith
ISBN: 9781423610649
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
Will Rogers captured the hearts of Americans with his thoughtful political humor; his dedication to country, family and friends; and his amazing ability to speak truth to life's fundamentals. In this delightful new biography, author Joseph Carter covers the details of Rogers's family history, the many milestones in his professional life, and America's fascination with this incredible figure. Rogers's famous quotes and quips are woven throughout the book, making it a thoroughly enjoyable read from start to finish.
Publisher: Gibbs Smith
ISBN: 9781423610649
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
Will Rogers captured the hearts of Americans with his thoughtful political humor; his dedication to country, family and friends; and his amazing ability to speak truth to life's fundamentals. In this delightful new biography, author Joseph Carter covers the details of Rogers's family history, the many milestones in his professional life, and America's fascination with this incredible figure. Rogers's famous quotes and quips are woven throughout the book, making it a thoroughly enjoyable read from start to finish.
There's Not a Bathing Suit in Russia & Other Bare Facts
Author: Will Rogers
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American wit and humor
Languages : en
Pages : 166
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American wit and humor
Languages : en
Pages : 166
Book Description
The Papers of Will Rogers
Author: Will Rogers
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780806127453
Category : Performing arts
Languages : en
Pages : 611
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780806127453
Category : Performing arts
Languages : en
Pages : 611
Book Description
Will Rogers at the Ziegfeld Follies
Author: Will Rogers
Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press
ISBN: 9780806123578
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
A collection of Rogers' writings and observations includes selections from his weekly articles and previously unpublished excerpts from his notes and correspondence
Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press
ISBN: 9780806123578
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
A collection of Rogers' writings and observations includes selections from his weekly articles and previously unpublished excerpts from his notes and correspondence
Will Rogers
Author: Ben Yagoda
Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press
ISBN: 9780806132389
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 460
Book Description
Biography of American humorist and entertainer Will Rogers discussing his career and personal life.
Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press
ISBN: 9780806132389
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 460
Book Description
Biography of American humorist and entertainer Will Rogers discussing his career and personal life.
The Writings of Will Rogers
Author: Will Rogers
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American wit and humor
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American wit and humor
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
The Autobiography of Will Rogers
Author: Will Rogers
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 9781412811927
Category : Entertainers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Presents selections from cowboy philosopher Will Rogers' speeches, writings, and interviews that combine to provide a portrait of his life.
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 9781412811927
Category : Entertainers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Presents selections from cowboy philosopher Will Rogers' speeches, writings, and interviews that combine to provide a portrait of his life.
The Indian Territory Journals of Colonel Richard Irving Dodge
Author: Richard Irving Dodge
Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press
ISBN: 9780806132679
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 620
Book Description
"These journals also provide insight into Dodge's character, with reports of his official duties as a military man and of several landmark events in his family life. Extensive commentaries and notes by Wayne R. Kime provide further detail, including a history of Cantonment North Fork Canadian River, a six-company post Dodge established and commanded in the region."--BOOK JACKET.
Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press
ISBN: 9780806132679
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 620
Book Description
"These journals also provide insight into Dodge's character, with reports of his official duties as a military man and of several landmark events in his family life. Extensive commentaries and notes by Wayne R. Kime provide further detail, including a history of Cantonment North Fork Canadian River, a six-company post Dodge established and commanded in the region."--BOOK JACKET.