The Border Watch

Joseph Alexander Altsheler was a prolific American author known for his engaging juvenile historical fiction, having written fifty novels and over fifty short stories. Born in Kentucky and educated at Liberty College and Vanderbilt University, he began his career as a reporter at the Louisville Courier-Journal before moving to the New York World. His transition to children's literature arose from a need for suitable stories for the magazine he edited, showcasing his versatility and creativity in storytelling.