| Author | J. M. Barrie |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Subject | Margaret Ogilvy |
| Genre | Biography |
Publication date | 1987 (approx.) |
Margaret Ogilvy: Life Is a Long Lesson in Humility is a biographical book written in the late 19th century by J. M. Barrie, about his mother and family life in Scotland. According to The Bookman , it was the 7th bestselling book of 1897 in the United States.
The book was written in tribute to Barrie's mother and includes family reminiscences. [1] In the book, Barrie recounts his mother telling tales of her childhood, and credits her with inspiring his interest in literature. [2]