Jean Fritz
American children's writer (1915-2017)
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Summary
Jean Fritz was born on November 16, 1915[1], in Hankou[2]. She died on May 14, 2017[3], in Sleepy Hollow[4]. She worked as a writer[5] and children's writer[6]. She ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (107 views/month, #7,290 of 1,000,298).[7]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: United States[8]
- Educated at: Wheaton College[9]
- Award received: National Humanities Medal[10], Children's Literature Legacy Award[11], Regina Medal[12], Michigan Notable Books[13]
- Sex or gender: female[14]
- Family name: Fritz[15]
- Given name: Jean[16]
- Described by source: American Women Writers[17]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[18]
Why It Matters
Jean Fritz is known by 6 alternative names across languages and contexts.[19]
FAQs
Where was Jean Fritz born?
Jean Fritz's place of birth was Hankou[2].
Where did Jean Fritz die?
Jean Fritz passed away in Sleepy Hollow[4].
What did Jean Fritz do for work?
Jean Fritz worked as a writer[5] and children's writer[6].
Where did Jean Fritz go to school?
Jean Fritz was educated at Wheaton College[9].
What awards did Jean Fritz receive?
Honors received include National Humanities Medal[10], Children's Literature Legacy Award[11], Regina Medal[12], and Michigan Notable Books[13].