Edgar Wilson Nye

Edgar Wilson "Bill" Nye (1850 - 1896) was born in Maine. After a distinguished career as a journalist, he became widely known as a U.S. humorist of the later 19th century. He was also the founder and editor of the Laramie Boomerang.

Related Topics:
1850 - 1896 - Maine - Journalist - U.S. - Humorist - Laramie

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Some of his works include, Bill Nye's History of the United States, Bill Nye and Boomerang, Bill Nye's History of England, and Bill Nye's Red Book.

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Late in his career, he was briefly associated with James Whitcomb Riley with whom he wrote two books. They also appeared together on the lecture circuit.

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