John Newbery
English publisher (1713–1767) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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John Newbery (9 July 1713 – 22 December 1767), considered "The Father of Children's Literature", was an English publisher of books who first made children's literature a sustainable and profitable part of the literary market.[1] He also supported and published the works of Christopher Smart, Oliver Goldsmith and Samuel Johnson. In recognition of his achievements the Newbery Medal was named after him in 1922.[2]
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John Newbery | |
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Born | 9 July 1713 Waltham St Lawrence, Berkshire, England |
Died | 22 December 1767(1767-12-22) (aged 54) London, England |
Resting place | Waltham Saint Lawrence |
Occupation | Publisher |
Language | English |
Genre | Children's Literature |
Notable works | The History of Little Goody Two-Shoes |
Spouse |
Jordan Mary Carnan (m. 1739) |
Children | 6 |
Relatives | Elizabeth Anne Le Noir (adoptive granddaughter) |
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