Zane Grey wrote the historical book "Betty Zane." The story is based on the true events of the siege of Fort Henry during the American Revolutionary War and follows the brave and resourceful Betty Zane, a young woman who played a pivotal role in the battle. When the fort is attacked by a large force of Native American warriors and British soldiers, Betty takes on the dangerous task of retrieving a supply of gunpowder that has been exhausted during the siege. Is Betty going to be successful with her quick thinking and bravery to enable the defenders to hold off the attack? The novel also includes a romantic subplot, as Betty is courted by both Alfred Clarke, a brave young soldier, and Lewis Wetzel, a legendary frontiersman known for his prowess in battle. Is Betty going to build a relationship with any of them? To find the answer to this question, readers should go through this exciting and inspiring tale of a remarkable woman who played a crucial role in a pivotal moment in American history.
Pearl Zane Grey was an American author and dentist known for his novels and stories. He was born on January 31, 1872, in Zanesville, Ohio. He was the fourth son born to Alice "Allie" Josephine Zane and Lewis M. Gray. His mother was a Quaker immigrant whose forefather Robert Zane came to the American colonies in 1673. His father was a dentist. Grey studied dentistry from the University of Pennsylvania and completed his graduation in 1896. He got married to Lina Roth also known as Dolly in 1905. He had anger issues, depression and suffered mood swings which affected his life. And so, Grey spent most of his time away from the family, while Dolly managed his career and raised their three children. Their family moved to California in 1918 and settled in Altadena, California in 1920 in a home they named as Zane Grey Estate. Grey continued writing during 1930s and was in great depression. From 1925 to his death in 1939 he travelled away from his family exploring the unspoiled lands, particularly the islands of the South Pacific, New Zealand and Australia. He died on October 23, 1939, aged 67 at his home in Altadena, California due to heart attack.
