Sword and Pen or Ventures and Adventures of Willard Glazier

Sword and Pen or Ventures and Adventures of Willard Glazier is a book written by John Algernon Owens that tells the story of Willard Glazier, an adventurer and writer who traveled extensively throughout the United States and Europe in the late 19th century. The book is a biography of Glazier's life, detailing his experiences as a soldier in the American Civil War, his travels to Europe and the Middle East, and his adventures in the American West. It also includes Glazier's writings, including his poetry and prose, which provide insight into his thoughts and feelings about his experiences. The book is a fascinating look at one man's journey through life, and provides a glimpse into the world of adventure and exploration in the late 1800s.1883. The Soldier-Author, in War and Literature: Comprising incidents and reminiscences of his childhood; his checkered life as a student and teacher; and his remarkable career as a soldier and author; embracing also the story of his unprecedented journey from ocean to ocean on horseback; and an account of his discovery of the source of the Mississippi River, and canoe voyage from thence to the Gulf of Mexico. Illustrated. From the Preface: No apology will be required from the author for presenting to the public some episodes in the useful career of a self-made man; and while the spirit of patriotism continues to animate the sturdy sons of America, the story of one of them who has exemplified this national trait in a conspicuous measure, will be deemed not unworthy of record. The lessons it teaches, more especially to the young, are those of uncompromising duty in every relation of life-self-denial, perseverance and pluck; while the successive stages of a course which led ultimately to a brilliant success, may be studied with some advantage by those just entering upon the business of life. As a soldier, Willard Glazier was without fear and without reproach.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.