Rossiter Johnson was a prolific American author and editor who lived from 1840 to 1931. Here's a summary of his accomplishments:
- Editor: Johnson edited numerous encyclopedias, dictionaries, and various other books. He's credited as being one of the first to introduce "pocket-sized" editions of classic literature, making them more accessible to readers.
- Author: His own writing spanned various genres including history, novels, and poetry.
- Periodicals: Johnson also actively contributed to periodicals, including a segment called "The Whispering Gallery" in Overland Monthly.
