Mayne Reid A Memoir Of His Life (1890)

Mayne Reid: A Memoir Of His Life (1890) is a biographical work written by Elizabeth Hyde Reid about her husband, the popular 19th-century adventure novelist Mayne Reid. The book chronicles Reid's life from his early years in Ireland to his successful career as a writer in America. It includes details about his education, his time as a soldier in the Mexican-American War, and his experiences as a journalist and author. The memoir also offers insights into Reid's personal life, including his relationships with family members, friends, and fellow writers. Throughout the book, Elizabeth Hyde Reid provides a vivid portrait of Mayne Reid as a passionate and driven individual who was deeply committed to his craft. Overall, Mayne Reid: A Memoir Of His Life is a fascinating account of the life and work of one of the most popular writers of the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.