Charles Dudley Warner
Full Name and Common Aliases
Charles Dudley Warner was an American writer, critic, and humorist.
Birth and Death Dates
He was born on September 12, 1829, in Orange County, New York, and passed away on October 24, 1900, in Plainfield, Connecticut.
Nationality and Profession(s)
Warner was a citizen of the United States and worked as a writer, critic, humorist, editor, and diplomat. He is best known for his contributions to literature, politics, and social commentary.
Early Life and Background
Born into a family of modest means in rural New York, Warner's early life was marked by hard work and a strong commitment to education. His father, a lawyer, instilled in him a love for reading and learning. Warner attended Yale College (now Yale University) where he developed his writing skills and began to establish himself as a talented young writer.
Major Accomplishments
Warner's career was marked by numerous accomplishments, including:
Editorial work: He served as the editor of _The Nation_ magazine from 1865 to 1877, where he played a significant role in shaping public opinion on various social and political issues.
Literary contributions: Warner wrote several novels, short stories, and essays that showcased his wit, humor, and insightful commentary on American society. His works include _The Gilded Age: A Tale of Today_ (1873), which he co-authored with Mark Twain.
Diplomatic career: Warner served as the United States Minister to the Mexican Republic from 1889 to 1891.Notable Works or Actions
Warner's notable works and actions include:
_The Gilded Age: A Tale of Today_ (1873) - a satirical novel that exposed the corruption and excesses of the Gilded Age in America, co-authored with Mark Twain.
Editorial writings: Warner's editorials in _The Nation_ magazine addressed various social issues, including women's rights, labor reform, and education.Impact and Legacy
Warner's impact on American society extends beyond his literary contributions. His work as a diplomat helped to improve relations between the United States and Mexico during a critical period in their history.
Social commentary: Warner's writings reflected his commitment to social justice and exposed the inequalities of the Gilded Age.
* Literary influence: He was part of a group of writers who helped shape American literature, including Mark Twain, William Dean Howells, and Thomas Bailey Aldrich.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Warner is widely quoted for his insightful commentary on social issues and his contributions to the literary canon. His works are remembered for their wit, humor, and ability to expose the excesses of American society during a critical period in its history.
Quotes by Charles Dudley Warner
Charles Dudley Warner's insights on:
Happy is said to be the family which can eat onions together. They are, for the time being, separate, from the world, and have a harmony of inspiration.
Conversation, like lettuce, requires a good deal of oil to avoid friction and keep the company snooth.Charles Dudley Warner
There is nothing like the thrill of expectation over the first cast in unfamiliar waters. Fishing is like gambling, in that failure only excites hope of a fortunate throw next time.
In onion is strength; and a garden without it lacks flavour. The onion, in its satin wrappings, is among the most beautiful of vegetables; and it is the only one that represents the essence of things. It can almost be said to have a soul.
A cynic might suggest as the motto of modern life this simple legend--'Just as good as the real.'
A cynic might suggest as the motto of modern life this simple legend— Just as good as the real.
How many wars have been caused by fits of indigestion, and how many more dynasties have been upset by the love of woman than by the hate of man.
I know that unremitting attention to business is the price of success, but I don’t know what success is.
The chief effect of talk on any subject is to strengthen one’s own opinions, and, in fact, one never knows exactly what he does believe until he is warmed into conviction by the heat of attack and defence.
One of the best things in the world to be is a boy; it requires no experience, but needs some practice to be a good one.