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Phyllis McGinley
American writer and poet (1905-1978) · United States · On the map · Writers · Died at 72
Phyllis McGinley was an American author of children's books and poetry. Her poetry was in the style of light verse, specializing in humor, satiric tone and the positive aspects of suburban life. She won a Pulitzer Prize in 1961.
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1978Died22 February 19781964Laetare MedalAward1961Pulitzer Prize for PoetryAward1956Siena MedalAward1905Born21 March 1905
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United States
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Writers
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Writer / Author
Status
Deceased
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Lived 1905 to 1978 · aged 72
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