John Reed Scott

Born in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, in 1869, John Reed Scott built a career that stretched beyond fiction. Reliable reference sources identify him as an American lawyer as well as a novelist, and note that he was active mainly in the early 20th century, especially from about 1906 to 1917.

He became known for romantic historical adventures, including books such as Beatrix of Clare, The Colonel of the Red Huzzars, and The Cab of the Sleeping Horse. Reference listings and library records show that a number of his novels remained in circulation long after their first publication, which suggests he found a wide popular readership in his day.

Scott died in 1942. Although he is not widely remembered now, his work still appeals to readers who enjoy spirited plots, dramatic settings, and the flavor of classic adventure fiction from the years just before and after World War I.