Talbot Baines Reed

British author and writer Talbot Baines Reed (3 April 1852 - 28 November 1893) is best known for his children's books, especially school stories. Reed was born into a family of writers and publishers in Hackney, London. Charles Reed, his father, was a well-known publisher and benefactor. Talbot Baines Throughout his writing career, Reed mostly wrote tales set in schools and featuring schoolboy escapades. His paintings frequently portrayed the difficulties, camaraderie, and moral teachings that...See more

British author and writer Talbot Baines Reed (3 April 1852 - 28 November 1893) is best known for his children's books, especially school stories. Reed was born into a family of writers and publishers in Hackney, London. Charles Reed, his father, was a well-known publisher and benefactor. Talbot Baines Throughout his writing career, Reed mostly wrote tales set in schools and featuring schoolboy escapades. His paintings frequently portrayed the difficulties, camaraderie, and moral teachings that young boys encountered at school. Reed's books became well-known because of their compelling storylines, likeable characters, and moral lessons they offered. Among his most well-known compositions are "A Dog with a Bad Name" (1886), "The Adventures of a Three-Guinea Watch" (1883), and "The Fifth Form at St. Dominic's" (1881). Reed's books had a significant impact on the school story genre and helped shape children's literature in the late 1800s. Sadly, Talbot Baines Reed passed away at the age of 41, ending his career. Even though he wrote for a relatively short period of time, he had a significant influence on children's literature, and his stories and moral lessons have endured. See less