John Newbery
English publisher and bookseller (1713-1767) · Writers · Died at 54
John Newbery, 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.
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About this person
In recognition of his achievements the Newbery Medal was named after him in 1922.
Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1713 to 1767 · aged 54
