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Ruth Krauss

American poet, children's writer (1901-1993) · United States · On the map · Writers · Died at 91

Ruth Ida Krauss was an American writer of children's books, including The Carrot Seed, and of theatrical poems for adult readers. Many of her books are still in print.

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United States
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Writers
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Writer / Author
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1901 to 1993 · aged 91