Margaret A. Edwards

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Margaret Alexander Edwards (October 23, 1902 – April 19, 1988) was an American educator and librarian who was at the forefront of the movement for young adult services in the 20th century.[1] She is the namesake of the Margaret Edwards Award for young adult literature.

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Margaret A. Edwards
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Alexander at graduation in 1922
Born
Margaret Alexander

October 23, 1902 (1902-10-23)
DiedApril 19, 1988 (1988-04-20)
NationalityAmerican
EducationTrinity University, Columbia University
OccupationLibrarian
EmployerEnoch Pratt Free Library
SpousePhillip Edwards
Parent(s)Claude and Hadena Crews Alexander
RelativesHelen (sister)
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