Background
Albert Scott Daniell was born on 1 July 1906 and educated at Bedford Modern School.
Albert Scott Daniell was born on 1 July 1906 and educated at Bedford Modern School.
His books for children were illustrated by some of the best artists of his day including William Stobbs, Colin Spencer and George Adamson. Over his career, published 98 works that are now held in 1955 libraries around the world. His first novel, Young English, was a recollection of his time at the school.
He was later known by his pseudonym David. wrote as David, Albert, Richard Bowood and John Lewesdon.
He published his first novel as David in 1940 after which he served as a Captain in the Royal Engineers during World World War II and was mentioned in despatches. His later work encompassed fiction, non-fiction (including several regimental histories) and scripts for television, film and radio.
He was selected by Sir Winston Churchill to write a history of the 4th Queen"s Own Hussars, Sir Winston"s former regiment. Novels as David; as The Rajah"s Treasure, New York, Duell, Sloan & Pearce, 1960 Doctorate. G. G. G. G. G. Non-fiction as David.