John Newbery
English publisher and children's author
Born
1713
312 years ago
Died
December 22nd, 1767
257 years ago — 54 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
England
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Established the first children's book publishing house. Published 'A Little Pretty Pocket-Book' in 1744, considered one of the first texts aimed specifically at children. Advocated for children's literature at a time when such works were scarce. His efforts laid the groundwork for future developments in the genre.
Published 'A Little Pretty Pocket-Book'
Established a children's book publishing house
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