John Reid

About John Reid

Death

1816

U.K. hard rock guitarist, songwriter, and singer

John Reid was a versatile UK-based hard rock guitarist, singer, and songwriter.

His prolific literary career includes a total of 123 published works.

While known for his musical background, his most prominent work is the technical manual Modern Fortran explained.

His writing covers a fascinating range of topics, from history and English literature to motion pictures and gardening.

His connection to Edinburgh, Scotland, serves as a recurring element that enriches his creative perspective.