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Title: Between You and Me
Credits: Produced by Geoff Palmer, Berkeley, California
Summary: "Between You and Me" by Sir Harry Lauder is a memoir first published in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the author’s life experiences, particularly focusing on his reflections on the ordinary working man and the impact of war, while underlying the importance of community and humanity. Lauder shares his personal story as a Scottish coal miner turned entertainer, offering insights into the struggles and resilience of ordinary folks during tumultuous times. At the start of the memoir, Lauder reflects on a world that has seen its share of challenges, particularly during wartime. He expresses a deep appreciation for the resilience of “plain men” who fought and sacrificed during the war, emphasizing the need for unity among the working class to build a better world post-war. Lauder shares anecdotes from his childhood and early work life, highlighting his humble beginnings and the hardships faced by his family after his father’s death. Through this narrative, he sets the tone for a heartfelt discussion on perseverance, personal responsibility, and the shared human experience, foreshadowing more stories to come about his rise in the entertainment industry and the characters he encountered along the way. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 89.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Lauder, Harry, Sir, 1870-1950
EBook No.: 11765
Published: Apr 1, 2004
Downloads: 146
Language: English
Subject: Lauder, Harry, Sir, 1870-1950
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Between You and Me
Credits: Produced by Geoff Palmer, Berkeley, California
Summary: "Between You and Me" by Sir Harry Lauder is a memoir first published in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the author’s life experiences, particularly focusing on his reflections on the ordinary working man and the impact of war, while underlying the importance of community and humanity. Lauder shares his personal story as a Scottish coal miner turned entertainer, offering insights into the struggles and resilience of ordinary folks during tumultuous times. At the start of the memoir, Lauder reflects on a world that has seen its share of challenges, particularly during wartime. He expresses a deep appreciation for the resilience of “plain men” who fought and sacrificed during the war, emphasizing the need for unity among the working class to build a better world post-war. Lauder shares anecdotes from his childhood and early work life, highlighting his humble beginnings and the hardships faced by his family after his father’s death. Through this narrative, he sets the tone for a heartfelt discussion on perseverance, personal responsibility, and the shared human experience, foreshadowing more stories to come about his rise in the entertainment industry and the characters he encountered along the way. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 89.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Lauder, Harry, Sir, 1870-1950
EBook No.: 11765
Published: Apr 1, 2004
Downloads: 146
Language: English
Subject: Lauder, Harry, Sir, 1870-1950
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.