Maurice Tiernay, Soldier of Fortune

Charles James Lever (1806–1872) was an illustrious Irish novelist, known for his adventurous and humorous narratives that captured the essence of Irish society during the early 19th century. Born in Dublin on August 31, 1806, Lever began his career not in literature but in medicine after graduating from the University of Göttingen. However, his passion for writing soon took precedence, and he foun...