Gilbert Patten
Novelist

Gilbert Patten Net Worth

Gilbert Patten was an American novelist born on October 25, 1866 in Maine. He was best known for his pulp and mystery stories, particularly for creating the character of Frank Merriwell, who was the hero of over two hundred dime novels. His other works include The Diamond Sport and The Deadwood Trail.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day October 25, 1866
Birth Place Maine
Age 153 YEARS OLD
Died On Jan 16, 1945 (age 78)
Birth Sign Scorpio

💰 Net worth: $7 Million (2024)

About

An American Novelist famous for his pulp and mystery stories, he notably created the character of Frank Merriwell, who was the hero of more than two hundred dime novels. His other works include The Diamond Sport and The Deadwood Trail.

Before Fame

He started his own newspaper, the Corinna Owl, in 1888. Before devoting himself to his writing, he also worked in a machine shop.

Trivia

He managed a semi-professional baseball team in Maine during the team's 1890-91 season.

Family Life

He married Alice Gardner at age twenty. They divorced shortly after the birth of their child.

Associated With

He hired fellow Writer, Edward Stratemeyer, to assist him on an NBC radio show.

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