Fitz James O'Brien

'''Fitz-James O'Brien''' (1826/8 – 1862) was an Irish-American writer known for his pioneering works in fantasy and science fiction short stories. His career was marked by a significant contribution to the American literary scene in the mid-19th century. During the American Civil War, he enlisted in the Union Army and was mortally wounded in one of the early battles of the conflict. Provided by Wikipedia