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Scott O'Dell

(1898–1989) Writer United States

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Scott O'Dell was a writer from the United States, best known for Island of the Blue Dolphins.

Quick Facts About Scott O'Dell

Born
May 23, 1898
Died
October 15, 1989
Nationality
United States
Profession
Writer
Notable works
Island of the Blue Dolphins
Spouse
Elizabeth Hall

About Scott O'Dell

Scott O'Dell was an American writer of 26 novels for young people, along with three novels for adults and four nonfiction books. He wrote historical fiction, primarily, including several children's novels about historical California and Mexico. For his contribution as a children's writer he received the biennial, international Hans Christian Andersen Award in 1972, the highest recognition available to creators of children's books. He received The University of Southern Mississippi Medallion in 1976 and the Catholic Libraries Association Regina Medal in 1978.

Biography source: Wikipedia

Awards & Honors

Hans Christian Andersen Award Newbery Medal Regina Medal

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