About
An American author of historical novels, he published his first work, When Knighthood Was in Flower, in 1898. He often wrote under the pen name of Edwin Caskoden.
Before Fame
After graduating from the University of Michigan, he opened his own law practice. He also had a brief political career.
Trivia
He published several children's adventure stories.
Family Life
He grew up in Indianapolis, Indiana. He later married Alice Shaw Major.
Associated With
His novel, When Knighthood Was in Flower, is set in England during the reign of King Henry VIII.
