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Elizabeth Enright

American children's writer and illustrator, short story writer, critic.

Thimble Summer brought Elizabeth Enright Newbery Medal in 1939.

Quick Facts

Elizabeth Enright at a glance: birthday, roots and career.

Born
Died
1968-06-08
Occupation
writer · children's writer
Citizenship
United States
Birthplace
Oak Park

Relationships

Elizabeth Enright’s love life and family, with the names and dates in one place.

Family

Awards & Nominations

Elizabeth Enright’s Thimble Summer trophy haul includes Newbery Medal in 1939.

YearAward / categoryResult
1939Newbery Medal
Thimble Summer 		Received

Notable Works

  • Thimble Summerbook by Elizabeth Enright
  • Gone-Away LakeAmerican children's novel, 1957
  • The SaturdaysAmerican children's novel, 1941, first in the Melendy family series, set in contemporary New York City

Languages

Elizabeth Enright’s languages: English.

Spoken, written or signed

  • English

Sources & Credits

Wikidata · Q3051213 ↗
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