A Book About Myself (1922)

A Book About Myself is an autobiographical work by Theodore Dreiser, first published in 1922. The book provides a detailed account of Dreiser's life, from his childhood in Indiana to his experiences as a struggling writer in New York City. Dreiser discusses his family background, his education, his early career as a newspaper reporter, and his struggles with poverty and illness. He also writes about his relationships with women, including his first wife Sara White and his mistress, the actress Kirah Markham. Throughout the book, Dreiser reflects on his own character and motivations, offering insights into his creative process and his views on art, politics, and society. A Book About Myself is an important work in the canon of American autobiography, and a fascinating glimpse into the life and mind of one of the most influential writers of the 20th century.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.