# J. Oxley

## Biography

James Macdonald Oxley (1855-1907) was a prominent Canadian writer, best known for his juvenile fiction. Born in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Oxley pursued a robust education, graduating from Dalhousie University and later studying law at Harvard University. He practiced law in Halifax before transitioning to a legal advisory role with the Department of Marine and Fisheries in Ottawa, and later becoming a manager for Sun Life Assurance Company in Montreal. Despite his legal and business careers, Oxley dedicated his leisure time to writing. He was a prolific author of boys' adventure stories, often incorporating historical Canadian and American events, focusing on themes of travel and adventure. His extensive works, including novels, serials, short stories, and articles, made him a widely read author in his time. He passed away at the age of 51.

## Books

- [My Strange Rescue: and other stories of Sport and Adventure in Canada](https://samolit.com/books/96447)