A Question of Latitude (eBook)

Richard Harding Davis (1864–1916) was a distinguished American writer and journalist, heralded for his vivid reporting and fictional accounts that encapsulated the spirit of his era. Born into a literary family in Philadelphia, Davis was the son of a prominent journalist and a novelist mother, providing him with a rich literary heritage that greatly influenced his career. With a distinctively engaging narrative style, he wrote numerous novels, short stories, and works of non-fiction, often incorporating themes of adventure and romanticism amid the historical contexts of his time. Davis gained recognition for his firsthand accounts as a war correspondent during pivotal conflicts such as the Spanish-American War and World War I. His writings exemplified the transition from Victorian to modern literary styles, merging traditional storytelling with burgeoning journalistic realism. 'A Question of Latitude' is one of many works that showcase his capabilities in encapsulating the geopolitical nuances of the early 20th century. Davis's impact on literary journalism was profound, and his works continue to be studied for their historical content and literary merit, capturing the essence of the adventurous spirit and the evolutionary passage of journalism.