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Laura Ingalls Wilder

Writing

Born February 7, 1867 · Pepin County, Wisconsin, U.S.

Died February 10, 1957

Biography

Laura Elizabeth Ingalls Wilder (February 7, 1867 – February 10, 1957) was an American writer, teacher, and journalist. She is best known as the author of the children's book series Little House on the Prairie, published between 1932 and 1943, which was based on her childhood in a settler and pioneer family.

Awards & recognition

  • Children's Literature Legacy Award · 1954
  • National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame

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