My Debut in Journalism: And Other Odd Happenings (1892)

My Debut In Journalism: And Other Odd Happenings is a book written by Walter Polk Phillips and originally published in 1892. The book is a collection of short stories and anecdotes about the author's experiences as a journalist and various other odd happenings he encountered throughout his life. The book begins with the story of the author's first foray into journalism, which involved him accidentally stumbling into a newspaper office and being offered a job on the spot. From there, the book covers a wide range of topics, including the author's encounters with various eccentric characters, his experiences traveling around the country, and his observations about life in general.Throughout the book, Phillips displays a keen sense of humor and a talent for storytelling, making the various anecdotes and stories both entertaining and engaging. The book also provides a unique glimpse into life in the late 19th century, as Phillips describes the customs, attitudes, and social norms of the time.Overall, My Debut In Journalism: And Other Odd Happenings is an enjoyable and entertaining read that offers a fascinating look into the life of a journalist and the various oddities that can be encountered along the way.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.