Henry Lewis Mencken

Henry Lewis Mencken was an American journalist, satirist, cultural critic, and scholar of American English. He is often called the "Sage of Baltimore" and was known for his controversial writings and sharp wit.

Henry Lewis Mencken was born on September 12, 1880.

Henry Lewis Mencken was born in Baltimore, Maryland, United States.

Henry Lewis Mencken is known for his witty and critical writings that attacked various societal and cultural norms. He is also known for being the co-founder of The American Mercury magazine and for his coverage of the Scopes "Monkey" trial.

Henry Lewis Mencken covered the Scopes trial, also known as the "Monkey" trial, for The Baltimore Sun. His critical reporting on the trial and his subsequent book "The Mencken Chrestomathy" solidified his reputation as a satirist and cultural critic.

Yes, Henry Lewis Mencken received numerous awards and honors throughout his career. He was the recipient of the Gold Medal for Criticism from the American Academy of Arts and Letters and the George Jean Nathan Award for Dramatic Criticism, among others.

Henry Lewis Mencken was a libertarian who had strong anti-democratic and anti-populist views. He often criticized politicians, democracy, and the American political system in his writings.

Yes, Henry Lewis Mencken wrote several books during his career. Some of his notable works include "The American Language," "Prejudices," "In Defense of Women," and "A Mencken Chrestomathy."

Yes, Henry Lewis Mencken was involved in various organizations throughout his career. He co-founded The American Mercury magazine and was a founding member of the Saturday Night Club, a group of like-minded intellectuals in Baltimore.

Henry Lewis Mencken passed away on January 29, 1956.