← William Allen WhiteThe Martial Adventures of Henry and Meby William Allen WhiteMemoir of the author's experiences as a war correspondent and journalistFind on Amazon↗About the authorWilliam Allen WhiteWilliam Allen White was the famous editor of the Emporia Gazette who also wrote significant fiction about Kansas political life. In the Heart of a Fool is his major novel, a study of American idealism and compromise.More by William Allen WhiteStratagems and SpoilsEssays and observations on American politics and social culture→In the Heart of a FoolNovel examining moral awakening and social responsibility in Midwest America→A Certain Rich ManNovel exploring wealth, morality, and community in American provincial life→The Real Issue→