author
Mary Constance Du Bois
1879–1959
Best known for adventurous historical fiction for young readers, this early 20th-century American writer created stories filled with courage, loyalty, and spirited heroines. Her books often blend page-turning action with a warm sense of character and place.
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The Lass of the Silver Sword
by Mary Constance Du Bois
About the author
Born in Philadelphia on March 28, 1879, Mary Constance Du Bois was an American author who wrote primarily for younger readers. Her work appeared in the early 1900s, and several of her books were published by The Century Company.
She is especially associated with historical and adventure fiction, including Elinor Arden: Royalist, The Lass of the Silver Sword, The League of the Signet Ring, and White Fire. These novels show her liking for dramatic settings, brave protagonists, and stories that keep moving.
Du Bois died on June 19, 1959. Though she is not widely known today, her books still have appeal for readers who enjoy classic juvenile fiction with energy, imagination, and a strong sense of adventure.