The Story of Will Rogers

""The Story of Will Rogers"" is a biography of the famous American humorist, actor, and social commentator, Will Rogers. Written by Jerome Beatty, the book traces Rogers' life from his humble beginnings in Oklahoma, where he was born in 1879, to his rise to fame as a beloved entertainer and political commentator in the 1920s and 1930s. The book covers Rogers' early years as a cowboy and his transition into show business, where he gained popularity as a vaudeville performer and eventually landed his own radio show and movie roles. Along the way, readers learn about Rogers' unique brand of humor, which often relied on his folksy charm and witty observations about American life and politics.Beatty also delves into Rogers' personal life, including his marriage to Betty Blake and his close relationships with political figures such as President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The book also explores the impact of Rogers' tragic death in a plane crash in 1935, which shook the nation and cemented his legacy as an American icon.Overall, ""The Story of Will Rogers"" is a comprehensive and engaging portrait of a beloved American figure, offering insight into his life, career, and enduring legacy.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.