Never Met a Man I Didn't Like: The Life and Writings of Will Rogers

Will Rogers, Joseph H. Carter

ISBN 10: 0380768089 / ISBN 13: 9780380768080

Published by William Morrow Paperbacks, 1991

Signed Copy . Signed by author on title page. Spine slanted and creased. Slightly foxed. Seller Inventory # A09OSa-00112

Synopsis:

Will Rogers was America. Part Cherokee Indian and former cowboy, he captivated audiences around the world with sparkling gems of wisdom cloaked in gentle and uproarious country wit and astonishing rope tricks. His colorful life recently inspired a commercially successful and critically acclaimed Broadway musical -- winner of 6 Tony Awards. His words are as entertaining, inspiring and revelant today as they ever were.

A simple, plain-spoken man, he was the voice of a nation during the '20s and '30s. Movie star, vaudeville headliner, radio commentator, his views and observations were syndicated daily and weekly in over 600 newspapers across the country.

Here is the essential Will Rogers -- the story of his remarkable career, from Oklahoma "cowpuncher" to international star . . . and the warm, knowing and hilarious philosophies of the man embodied the heart and soul of the nation.

From the Back Cover: Will Rogers was America. Part Cherokee Indian and former cowboy, he captivated audiences around the world with sparkling gems of wisdom cloaked in gentle and uproarious country wit and astonishing rope tricks. His colorful life recently inspired a commercially successful and critically acclaimed Broadway musical-winner of 6 Tony Awards. His words are as entertaining, inspiring and relevant today as they ever were.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Never Met a Man I Didn't Like: The Life and ...
Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks
Publication Date: 1991
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Good
Signed: Signed by Author(s)