To My Sons

Informationen zum Autor Harold Bell Wright (1872 - 1944) was a best-selling American writer of fiction, essays and nonfiction. Although mostly forgotten or ignored after the middle of the 20th century, he is said to have been the first American writer to sell a million copies of a novel and the first to make $1 million from writing fiction. Between 1902 and 1942 Wright wrote 19 books, several stage plays and many magazine articles. More than 15 movies were made or claimed to be made from Wright's stories, including Gary Cooper's first major movie, The Winning of Barbara Worth (1926) and the John Wayne film The Shepherd of the Hills (1941). Klappentext This antiquarian book contains an autobiography of Harold Bell Wright! written at the age of sixty-one for his sons. It describes the most important events of the first thirty years of his life. Wright was America's favourite author during the early twentieth century! his books setting many sales records. His books were also turned into popular movies! and were found in more homes than any other book - except the bible. After a childhood so destitute that it adversely affected his health for his entire life! Bell became an entrepreneur and a minister! and lived a life full of inspiring endeavour against all odds. His is a tale of courage and hope! written beautifully and with the wisdom that comes with such experiences. We are republishing this vintage book now in a modern! affordable edition - complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

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Harold Bell Wright, a well-known American author, speaker, and clergyman who lived from May 4, 1872, to May 24, 1944, is most remembered for his widely read books from the early 20th century. Wright was raised in a pious Baptist household and was raised in Rome, New York. His early upbringing was heavily influenced by religion, which laid the groundwork for his future work as a writer and clergyman. Before focusing on the ministry, Wright attended Boston University College of Oratory to further his studies in music. Although he was a pastor in many places, he gained widespread notoriety for his literary works. Wright pursued his writing career in addition to his ministry work, giving sermons and discussing social and theological concerns. He rose to prominence as a speaker and was well-liked outside of the literary community. Wright's ability to entwine moral teachings into compelling stories has had a significant influence on American literature. This talent enables his writings to be both thought-provoking and entertaining.

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This antiquarian book contains an autobiography of Harold Bell Wright, written at the age of sixty-one for his sons. It describes the most important events of the first thirty years of his life. Wright was America's favourite author during the early twentieth century, his books setting many sales records. His books were also turned into popular movies, and were found in more homes than any other book - except the bible. After a childhood so destitute that it adversely affected his health for his entire life, Bell became an entrepreneur and a minister, and lived a life full of inspiring endeavour against all odds. His is a tale of courage and hope, written beautifully and with the wisdom that comes with such experiences. We are republishing this vintage book now in a modern, affordable edition - complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.