Henry W. Grady: The Editor, The Orator, The Man (1896)

Henry W. Grady: The Editor, The Orator, The Man (1896) is a biography written by James Wideman Lee about the life and career of Henry W. Grady, a prominent American journalist and orator in the late 19th century. The book explores Grady's upbringing in Georgia, his education and early career as a journalist, and his rise to prominence as the editor of the Atlanta Constitution newspaper. Grady was known for his passionate speeches advocating for southern unity and reconciliation with the North after the Civil War, and the book delves into his most famous speeches and their impact on American politics and society. The biography also examines Grady's personal life, including his marriage and family, and his untimely death at the age of 39. Overall, Henry W. Grady: The Editor, The Orator, The Man provides a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of one of the most influential journalists and speakers of his time, and sheds light on the cultural and political climate of the post-Civil War South.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.