The Story of a Literary Career - Ella Wheeler Wilcox - Bog

The Story of a Literary Career is a memoir written by Ella Wheeler Wilcox, an American author and poet who lived from 1850 to 1919. In this book, Wilcox recounts her journey as a writer, from her early days as a young girl writing poetry in her diary to her later years as a successful and renowned author.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different period in Wilcox's life and career. She talks about the challenges she faced as a woman trying to make a name for herself in the male-dominated field of literature, and how she overcame those obstacles through hard work, persistence, and a deep love for writing.Throughout the book, Wilcox shares insights and advice for aspiring writers, offering practical tips on everything from finding inspiration to dealing with rejection. She also discusses the various themes and styles that characterized her writing, including her love of nature, her interest in spirituality, and her belief in the power of positive thinking.Overall, The Story of a Literary Career is a fascinating and inspiring read for anyone interested in the life and work of one of America's most beloved poets and authors. It offers a unique glimpse into the world of literature in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and provides valuable insights and inspiration for writers of all levels and backgrounds.1905. With a description of Mrs. Wilcox's home and life by Ella Giles Ruddy. This little book is a short autobiography of the woman who is best known for her series of daily poems that were published in a syndicate of newspapers and her many books on poetry.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.