Edward Eggleston (December 10, 1837 - September 3, 1902) was an American historian and novelist.*Biography*Eggleston was born in Vevay, Indiana, to Joseph Cary Eggleston and Mary Jane Craig.
He was ordained as a Methodist minister in 1856.
He wrote a number of tales, some of which, especially the "Hoosier" series, attracted much attenti.
As a child, he was too ill to regularly attend school, so his education was primarily provided by his father.
The author George Cary Eggleston was his brother.
Edward Eggleston (December 10, 1837 - September 3, 1902) was an American historian and novelist.*Biography*Eggleston was born in Vevay, Indiana, to Joseph Cary Eggleston and Mary Jane Craig