The Man Of Letters As A Man Of Business - William Dean Howells - Bog

The Man of Letters as a Man of Business is a book written by William Dean Howells. It explores the relationship between literature and commerce, arguing that writers can and should be successful in both fields. Howells draws on his own experiences as a writer and editor to illustrate his points, and he provides examples of other writers who have achieved success in business as well as literature. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of the relationship between literature and business. Topics include the financial aspects of publishing, the role of advertising in literature, and the importance of marketing and promotion. Howells also discusses the ethics of literary commerce, arguing that writers should be honest and transparent in their dealings with publishers and advertisers. Overall, The Man of Letters as a Man of Business is a thought-provoking examination of the intersection between art and commerce, and it provides valuable insights for writers and businesspeople alike.He can say that, as the thing is, unless he sells his art he cannot live, that society will leave him to starve if he does not hit its fancy in a picture, or a poem, or a statue; and all this is bitterly true. He is, and he must be, only too glad if there is a market for his wares.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.