Jean Fritz

Jean Guttery Fritz was a renowned American children's author specializing in historical biographies and American history.

Her work earned her the prestigious Children's Legacy Literature Award in 1986 for her significant contributions to children's literature.

Fritz's writing style was known for its accuracy and ability to make historical figures relatable to young readers.

She had a long and prolific career, continuing to write well into her later years.

Fritz lived to be 101 years old, celebrating her centennial birthday in November 2015 before passing away in May 2017.

Her legacy lives on through her numerous books that continue to educate and inspire young readers about American history.