South by Thunderbird by Hudson Strode
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Book Title
South by Thunderbird by Hudson Strode
Author
Hudson Strode
Lifespan
1892-1976
Author Biography
Hudson Strode, born in Cairo, Illinois, experienced several relocations during his childhood before settling in Demopolis, Alabama. With a keen interest in drama from a young age, Strode actively participated in theatrical activities and pursued his education at the University of Alabama, where he later became an English literature and public speaking instructor. While World War I exempted him from military service, Strode organized troop entertainment during this period. Following bouts of poor health, he dedicated himself to writing, publishing travel books and a three-volume biography of Jefferson Davis, although his sympathetic portrayal of Davis drew mixed responses. Strode's teaching career spanned twenty-five years, during which he mentored aspiring writers and helped them secure publishing opportunities. He received notable recognition, including a knighthood from King Gustav Adolf of Sweden, and retired in 1963 but continued writing until his later years. The Hoole Special Collections Library at the University of Alabama holds a collection of his papers.
Publisher
Alabama Authors of the 19th & 20th Centuries, edited by Beverley Park Rilett, http://AlabamaAuthors.org
Publication Date
1937
Original Publication
South by Thunderbird. New York; Random House, 1937.
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Citation
Strode, Hudson, “South by Thunderbird by Hudson Strode,” Alabama Authors of the 19th & 20th Centuries, accessed October 5, 2024, https://alabamaauthors.org/items/show/8898.