Publisher's Synopsis
Prejudices First Series is a collection of essays written by H.L. Mencken, a renowned American journalist, essayist, and critic. The book was first published in 1919 and is considered a classic of American literature. The essays in this collection cover a wide range of topics, including politics, literature, religion, and society. Mencken's writing is known for its wit, sarcasm, and sharp criticism of American culture and society. In this book, he takes on topics such as the American education system, the impact of technology on society, and the role of religion in American life. Mencken's writing is often controversial and provocative, and his views on race, politics, and society have been debated and criticized over the years. Despite this, Prejudices First Series remains a landmark work of American literature and a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American culture and society.1919. American newspaperman, editor and critic. The first in a series of six, aptly named collection of essays from Mencken, who was known for his excellence in framing insults aimed at anyone. Contents: Criticism of Criticism of Criticism; The Late Mr. Wells; Arnold Bennett; The Dean; Professor Veblen; The New Poetry Movement; The Heir of Mark Twain; Hermann Sudermann; George Ade; The Butte Bashkirtseff; Six Members of the Institute; The Genealogy of Etiquette; The American Magazine; The Ulster Polonius, An Unheeded Law-Giver; The Blushful Mystery; George Jean Nathan; Portrait of an Immortal Soul; Jack London; Among the Avatars; and Three American Immortals. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.