Jerome K. Jerome
6 SeriesJerome K. Jerome (1859-1927) was an English author and humourist, best known for his travelogue, "Three Men in a Boat." Born in Caldmore, Walsall, England, he initially worked as a stage actor before finding success as a writer. Jerome's works often drew upon his real-life experiences, spanning various genres including journalism, essays, and short stories.
Jerome K. Jerome's autobiography, "My Life and Times," chronicles the life of the renowned humorist born in Walsall, England, in 1859. Orphaned as a teenager, Jerome left school to support himself. His most celebrated work, "Three Men in a Boat," published in 1889, humorously recounts his adventures with two friends on the Thames. The book's instant success led to a fifty percent increase in registered Thames boats the following year and has remained in print ever since.
