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Letter from George Iles to B.J. Harrington, written from New York.
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(1852-1942)
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George Iles was born on June 30, 1852, in Gibraltar, the son of a British soldier.
He was a writer and editor renowned for his contributions to popular science and general literature. He immigrated to Canada in 1857 and began contributing to Montreal newspapers at the age of 15, eventually becoming a regular contributor to The Gazette. He earned his LL.D. degree from McGill University. Originally involved in the hotel business, he served as the manager of the Windsor Hotel for a time before leaving Montreal for New York, where he dedicated himself entirely to literature.
He established his permanent residence in the United States but returned to Montreal, Quebec, for vacations each year. He authored popular books on science, electricity, and invention, and frequently contributed to magazines such as "Popular Science Monthly." His writings emphasized the practical applications of science and often included illustrative anecdotes to engage readers. Notable works include "Flame, Electricity, and the Camera" (1900) and "Little Masterpieces of Science" (1902). Additionally, he served as an editor for "Popular Science Monthly." In 1928, he received an honorary degree from McGill University.
He died in October 1942, in New York City, New York.