Francis Lynde

Born in Lewiston, New York, on November 12, 1856, Francis Lynde became an American novelist whose work found a wide readership in magazines and books. He died on May 16, 1930.

Lynde is especially associated with adventure and historical fiction set in the West and in the fast-changing industrial world of his time. Titles such as The Master of Appleby and Empire Builders show his interest in conflict, ambition, and the pressure of modern life, all told in a clear, accessible style.

Today, many of his books remain available through public-domain archives, which has helped keep his work in circulation for new generations of readers. For audiobook listeners, he offers a window into the pace, values, and storytelling pleasures of popular American fiction from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.