Author: Bryan B. Sterling
Publisher: M. Evans
ISBN: 9780871319135
Category : American wit and humor
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A collection of writings and illustrations by actor Will Rogers.
The Best of Will Rogers
Author: Bryan B. Sterling
Publisher: M. Evans
ISBN: 9780871319135
Category : American wit and humor
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A collection of writings and illustrations by actor Will Rogers.
Publisher: M. Evans
ISBN: 9780871319135
Category : American wit and humor
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A collection of writings and illustrations by actor Will Rogers.
Will Rogers
Author: Ben Yagoda
Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press
ISBN: 9780806132389
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 460
Book Description
Biography of American humorist and entertainer Will Rogers discussing his career and personal life.
Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press
ISBN: 9780806132389
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 460
Book Description
Biography of American humorist and entertainer Will Rogers discussing his career and personal life.
Will Rogers
Author: Betty Rogers
Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press
ISBN: 0806179198
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 339
Book Description
Of the many books written about Will Rogers, none can have the immediacy, firsthand knowledge, and personal perspective of this account by his wife, Betty Blake Rogers. Her story is of Will Rogers, from wayward youth to international celebrity. Will was born in 1879 in the Cherokee nation of Indian Territory, near what is now Oologah, and died in 1935 with Wiley Post in an airplane crash in Alaska. The period witnessed the passing of the frontier and the arrival of the air age, and Will Rogers became a unique part and interpreter of it all. "The book offers a ’unique insight’ into the Oklahoma cowboy who became a worldwide celebrity. Betty Rogers understood Will as no one else could, and her book amplifies the importance of a homegrown philosopher who captured the spirit of the American experience. Cowboy, showman, homespun pundit-Will left his mark in many ways, each of which is carefully developed in the book’s twenty-two chapters. Most notable, however, is Mrs. Rogers’s treatment of her husband’s character. Behind the facade lay a complex man who, despite his lack of formal education, had a grasp of modern psychology and world politics. Equally at home with cowboys and presidents, Will accepted both as human beings engaged in the larger arena of life, whether in the wide open spaces of Oklahoma or the confines of Washington....For those who would know Will Rogers in a familiar way, there is no better book than this reprint." Arizona and the West. "The best of all the books on the best of all the homespun philosophers as seen through the eyes of his wife." Midwest Book Review. "Folksy, detailed and loving, it offers a timeless glimpse at a real American hero of his time-and ours." American Way.
Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press
ISBN: 0806179198
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 339
Book Description
Of the many books written about Will Rogers, none can have the immediacy, firsthand knowledge, and personal perspective of this account by his wife, Betty Blake Rogers. Her story is of Will Rogers, from wayward youth to international celebrity. Will was born in 1879 in the Cherokee nation of Indian Territory, near what is now Oologah, and died in 1935 with Wiley Post in an airplane crash in Alaska. The period witnessed the passing of the frontier and the arrival of the air age, and Will Rogers became a unique part and interpreter of it all. "The book offers a ’unique insight’ into the Oklahoma cowboy who became a worldwide celebrity. Betty Rogers understood Will as no one else could, and her book amplifies the importance of a homegrown philosopher who captured the spirit of the American experience. Cowboy, showman, homespun pundit-Will left his mark in many ways, each of which is carefully developed in the book’s twenty-two chapters. Most notable, however, is Mrs. Rogers’s treatment of her husband’s character. Behind the facade lay a complex man who, despite his lack of formal education, had a grasp of modern psychology and world politics. Equally at home with cowboys and presidents, Will accepted both as human beings engaged in the larger arena of life, whether in the wide open spaces of Oklahoma or the confines of Washington....For those who would know Will Rogers in a familiar way, there is no better book than this reprint." Arizona and the West. "The best of all the books on the best of all the homespun philosophers as seen through the eyes of his wife." Midwest Book Review. "Folksy, detailed and loving, it offers a timeless glimpse at a real American hero of his time-and ours." American Way.
Will Rogers
Author: P. J. O’Brien
Publisher: Pickle Partners Publishing
ISBN: 1839740957
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
Will Rogers: Ambassador of Good Will, Prince of Wit and Wisdom, first published in 1935, is an affectionate look at the great humorist, philanthropist, cowboy, newspaper columnist, movie- and vaudeville-star. Rogers, noted for his kindness to all he met, wrote his epitaph: “'I joked about every prominent man of my time, but I never met a man I didn't like.' I am so proud of that, I can hardly wait to die so it can be carved.” Rogers and aviator Wiley Post died in a plane crash near Point Barrow, Alaska, on August 15, 1935. Rogers was 55 at the time of his death. Included are numerous quotes of Will Rogers and 24 pages of photographs.
Publisher: Pickle Partners Publishing
ISBN: 1839740957
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
Will Rogers: Ambassador of Good Will, Prince of Wit and Wisdom, first published in 1935, is an affectionate look at the great humorist, philanthropist, cowboy, newspaper columnist, movie- and vaudeville-star. Rogers, noted for his kindness to all he met, wrote his epitaph: “'I joked about every prominent man of my time, but I never met a man I didn't like.' I am so proud of that, I can hardly wait to die so it can be carved.” Rogers and aviator Wiley Post died in a plane crash near Point Barrow, Alaska, on August 15, 1935. Rogers was 55 at the time of his death. Included are numerous quotes of Will Rogers and 24 pages of photographs.
The Quotable Will Rogers
Author: Joseph H. Carter
Publisher: Gibbs Smith
ISBN: 9781423610649
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
Will Rogers captured the hearts of Americans with his thoughtful political humor; his dedication to country, family and friends; and his amazing ability to speak truth to life's fundamentals. In this delightful new biography, author Joseph Carter covers the details of Rogers's family history, the many milestones in his professional life, and America's fascination with this incredible figure. Rogers's famous quotes and quips are woven throughout the book, making it a thoroughly enjoyable read from start to finish.
Publisher: Gibbs Smith
ISBN: 9781423610649
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
Will Rogers captured the hearts of Americans with his thoughtful political humor; his dedication to country, family and friends; and his amazing ability to speak truth to life's fundamentals. In this delightful new biography, author Joseph Carter covers the details of Rogers's family history, the many milestones in his professional life, and America's fascination with this incredible figure. Rogers's famous quotes and quips are woven throughout the book, making it a thoroughly enjoyable read from start to finish.
Will Rogers Speaks
Author: Will Rogers
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
Will Rogers was quoted more often than any other source besides the Bible and Shakespeare. Now his insightful, never vulgar wit is brought together in a collection of sayings organized by topic.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
Will Rogers was quoted more often than any other source besides the Bible and Shakespeare. Now his insightful, never vulgar wit is brought together in a collection of sayings organized by topic.
The Autobiography of Will Rogers
Author: Will Rogers
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 9781412811927
Category : Entertainers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Presents selections from cowboy philosopher Will Rogers' speeches, writings, and interviews that combine to provide a portrait of his life.
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 9781412811927
Category : Entertainers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Presents selections from cowboy philosopher Will Rogers' speeches, writings, and interviews that combine to provide a portrait of his life.
Will to Win
Author: Jim Stovall
Publisher: Sound Wisdom
ISBN: 1640951733
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 141
Book Description
“People’s minds are changed through observation and not through argument.” –Will Rogers Will Rogers came from humble beginnings but changed the world. Through his radio broadcasts, newspaper columns, and films, he became one of the most popular and beloved figures of the day. In Will to Win, the latest offering in the Homecoming Historical Series, Jim Stovall weaves the story of Sky Forest, a senior at Will Rogers High School in Oklahoma. With the words and perceived presence of Will Rogers and the Cherokee wisdom of her grandmother, Sky is emboldened to face adversity and demonstrate the will to succeed. Her grandmother tells her, “Sky, I believe our ancestors have gone before us to show us the path and help us along the way. Will Rogers was the most famous Cherokee of his time and arguably the most famous Cherokee of any time. I think his words and his example had a lot to say then just like they do now.” Join Sky on her journey as she faces the disappointment of a canceled softball season, the challenge of becoming a pitcher on the all-male baseball team, and the uproar it raised by going against the norm. Through her determination, poise, and athletic ability, Sky changes the minds of the many who oppose her. Enjoy the baseball-centered storyline, Will Rogers’ favorite sport, as you are inspired by the wit, wisdom, and timeless impact of Will Rogers.
Publisher: Sound Wisdom
ISBN: 1640951733
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 141
Book Description
“People’s minds are changed through observation and not through argument.” –Will Rogers Will Rogers came from humble beginnings but changed the world. Through his radio broadcasts, newspaper columns, and films, he became one of the most popular and beloved figures of the day. In Will to Win, the latest offering in the Homecoming Historical Series, Jim Stovall weaves the story of Sky Forest, a senior at Will Rogers High School in Oklahoma. With the words and perceived presence of Will Rogers and the Cherokee wisdom of her grandmother, Sky is emboldened to face adversity and demonstrate the will to succeed. Her grandmother tells her, “Sky, I believe our ancestors have gone before us to show us the path and help us along the way. Will Rogers was the most famous Cherokee of his time and arguably the most famous Cherokee of any time. I think his words and his example had a lot to say then just like they do now.” Join Sky on her journey as she faces the disappointment of a canceled softball season, the challenge of becoming a pitcher on the all-male baseball team, and the uproar it raised by going against the norm. Through her determination, poise, and athletic ability, Sky changes the minds of the many who oppose her. Enjoy the baseball-centered storyline, Will Rogers’ favorite sport, as you are inspired by the wit, wisdom, and timeless impact of Will Rogers.
Will Rogers & Wiley Post
Author: Bryan B. Sterling
Publisher: M. Evans
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 376
Book Description
A dual biography of Will Rogers and Wiley Post, two of the best-known Americans of the 1930s who, on August 15, 1935, became ill-fated traveling companions on a trek to Alaska when their tiny plane crashed. Reveals--for the first time--all the contributing factors to the crash. Photos.
Publisher: M. Evans
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 376
Book Description
A dual biography of Will Rogers and Wiley Post, two of the best-known Americans of the 1930s who, on August 15, 1935, became ill-fated traveling companions on a trek to Alaska when their tiny plane crashed. Reveals--for the first time--all the contributing factors to the crash. Photos.
Will Rogers
Author: Debbie Dadey
Publisher: Walker & Company
ISBN: 9780802786814
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
In this tall tale, the legendary Will Rogers is so good with his lasso that he ropes the whole earth and creates the equator and on the rebound hollows out the Grand Canyon. Includes biographical information about the real Will Rogers.
Publisher: Walker & Company
ISBN: 9780802786814
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
In this tall tale, the legendary Will Rogers is so good with his lasso that he ropes the whole earth and creates the equator and on the rebound hollows out the Grand Canyon. Includes biographical information about the real Will Rogers.