Getting A Wrong Start: A Truthful Autobiography (1915)

By Emerson Hough

Book Overview

Getting A Wrong Start: A Truthful Autobiography is a memoir written by Emerson Hough and originally published in 1915. In this book, Hough recounts the story of his life, starting with his childhood in Iowa and continuing through his early adulthood and career as a lawyer and writer.Hough is candid about the mistakes he made along the way, including his struggles with alcoholism and his failed first marriage. He also reflects on the societal and cultural changes he witnessed during his lifetime, including the rise of the automobile and the impact of World War I.Throughout the book, Hough's writing is characterized by his trademark wit and humor, as well as his deep insights into human nature. He offers a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of life, and his story is a testament to the power of perseverance and self-reflection.Overall, Getting A Wrong Start: A Truthful Autobiography is a compelling and engaging read that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of America's most beloved writers.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165482495
• ISBN13: 9781165482498
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 246 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"