Charles Francis Horne, born on January 12, 1870, in Jersey City, New Jersey, and passing away on September 13, 1942, in Annapolis, Maryland, was a prolific American author. He wrote or edited over a hundred books, primarily focusing on multi-volume historical works. In addition to his extensive writing career, Horne was a Professor of English at City College of New York. His contributions to historical literature and education were significant, marking him as a notable figure in the realm of academic and historical writing in the United States.