John Newbery
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. 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.
John Newbery | |
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| Born | 9 July 1713 Waltham St Lawrence, Berkshire, England |
| Died | 22 December 1767 (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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