Willard Price

Journalist and author of adventure novels

Willard Price - Journalist and author of adventure novels
Born

July 28th, 1887
138 years ago

Died

October 14th, 1983
42 years ago — 96 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Canada

Links & References

Canadian-American worked as a journalist and authored a series of adventure novels primarily aimed at young readers. The most notable works include the 'Adventure' series, which featured two boys, Hal and Roger, who explored exotic locales. These novels blended educational elements with thrilling adventures, captivating the imaginations of generations. Price's storytelling often reflected real-world geography and wildlife, contributing to a broader understanding of the natural world. His writing career spanned several decades, and his stories remain appreciated for their adventurous spirit and informative content.

Authored the 'Adventure' series

Wrote 'African Adventure' and 'Iceland Adventure'

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