Howard R. (Howard Roscoe) Driggs

About the Author

Howard R. (Howard Roscoe) Driggs was a pioneering American author, educator, and folklorist whose works vividly captured the spirit of the American West and the pioneering era. Born in 1873 in Virginia, Driggs grew up immersed in the stories of frontier life, which profoundly influenced his writing. He earned degrees from prestigious institutions including the University of Chicago and Columbia University, where he later taught English and promoted the appreciation of regional literature. As a professor at New York University and the University of Utah, Driggs championed the preservation of pioneer narratives through his books and lectures. His seminal work, 'Ox-Team Days on the Oregon Trail,' draws from personal recollections and historical accounts to paint an authentic picture of the grueling yet hopeful journey westward. Driggs's dedication to storytelling extended to his role in founding the National League of American Pen Women, leaving a lasting legacy in American literary and educational circles until his passing in 1963.