Carolyn Treffinger

Carolyn Treffinger
Born Carolyn E. Treffinger
(1891-10-24)October 24, 1891
Died January 8, 1991(1991-01-08) (aged 99)
Occupation Writer
Nationality American
Genre Children's literature
Notable works

Carolyn E. Treffinger (October 24, 1891–January 8, 1991) was an American children's author.

Personal life

Treffinger was born on October 24, 1891, to Amanda and Noah, and was based in Wadsworth, Ohio.

Non-literary career

Outside of her literary work, Treffinger was a teacher and principal in Wadsworth.

Writing career

Treffinger wrote at least three books for children, including Rag-Doll Jane: Her Story and Jimmy's Shoes. Her most notable work was Li Lun, Lad of Courage, which was published in 1947 and won a Newbery Honor in 1948.[1] It was illustrated by Kurt Wiese, and also won a Lewis Carroll Shelf Award in 1959.

Death

Treffinger died on January 8, 1991, at the age of 99.

Bibliography

  • Rag-Doll Jane: Her Story: 1930 (illustrated by Fern Bisel Peat)
  • Jimmy's Shoes: 1934 (illustrated by Ruth C. Collings)
  • Li Lun, Lad of Courage: 1947 (illustrated by Kurt Wiese)

References

  1. ↑ "Newbery Medal and Honor Books, 1922-Present". American Library Association. Retrieved August 2, 2017.
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