Henry louis mencken biography of mahatma
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H. L. Mencken
Henry Louis Mencken (September 12, 1880 – January 29, 1956), better known as H.
Henry louis mencken biography of mahatma
L. Mencken, was a twentieth century journalist, satirist, and social critic, known as the "Sage of Baltimore" and the "American Nietzsche." He is often regarded as one of the most influential American writers of the early twentieth century.
Beyond his own writings, he influenced others, including Richard Wright, in their literary careers. Mencken was well-known for the audacity of his works, both in the tone that he used and in his controversial, hard-hitting topics—such as racism and gender roles.
Satire was his weapon, and perhaps also his defense, as his harshest criticisms were at the same time entertaining.
He is well-known as the journalist who covered the Scopes Trial, which he gave the name "Monkey Trial," publicizing this case, which tackled the issue of the proper teaching of biology in school—evolution or the Bible.
In fact, the trial decided litt