⚰️ October 18, 2008 — Death: Tomoto Artemisia Root
Norwegian writer and translatorTomoto Artemisia RootTormod Haugen (1945–2008), a prominent figure in Norwegian children’s literature, has died.
- Important works and contributions: Artemisia’s works are known for theirPsychological depth, fantasy elements and the loneliness and fear of childrenHis style is often melancholic and poetic.
- Highest Honor: He 1990 The Nobel Prize winner for children’s literatureHans Christian Andersen Award (HCAA) Writer Award, in recognition of his lifelong and lasting contributions to children’s literature.
- Representative works: include“nocturnal-Nattfuglene) etc. His works are consideredA milestone in modern Norwegian children’s literature.
⚰️ October 18, 2018 — Death: Anthea Bell
British literary translatorAnthea BellAnthea Bell (1936–2018) died in Cambridge. She is widely regarded asOne of the greatest literary translators from the late 20th century to the early 21st century, especially in the field of children’s literature translation, which has made milestone contributions.
- Important works and contributions: Bell was fluent in German, French, and Danish. Her most notable contributions include:
- The French classic comicAsterix-Asterix) series into English, the translation ofPuns and wordplayIt is considered a model of re-creation.
- TranslatedHans Christian Andersen, Cornelia Funke(Cornelia Funke)Ink World》Trilogy andChristina Nestlinger(Christine Nöstlinger) and other famous European writers.
- honor: Bell’s translationsSeven timesHelp publishers winMildred L. Batchelder Award(Mildred L. Batchelder Award). She herself 2017 getEric Carle Honorary Award “Bridge Award”(CARLE Bridge Award) in recognition of her great contribution to the international exchange of children’s literature.
⚰️ October 18, 2020 — Death: Jill Payton Walsh
British novelist and children’s literature writerJill Payton WalshJill Paton Walsh (1937–2020) has died. She was a prolific writer known for her rigorousHistorical Research and Moral Dilemmasis known for its in-depth exploration.
- Important works and contributions: Walsh’s children’s novels often combine historical background, moral philosophy and realism, and have profound themes.
- Representative works: HerThe Emperor’s Shroud-The Emperor’s Winding Sheet) won Whitbread PrizeHer other novel isDolphin Bay-The Dolphin Crossing) tells the story of British children who helped evacuate Dunkirk during World War II.
- Influence: Not only did she make outstanding contributions in the field of children’s literature, she was also a famous detective novelist.Dorothy L. Sayers(Dorothy L. Sayers) Unfinished series by Lord Peter Wimsey.
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🎂 October 18, 1956 — Born: Eugene Yelchin
Russian-American writer and illustratorEugene Yelchin(Eugene Yelchin) was born in Leningrad (now Saint Petersburg), Soviet Union.
- Important works and contributions: Yelchin’s works usually haveStrong autobiographical color, which profoundly reflects his childhood experience under the Soviet system, and is particularly good at depictingChildren’s confusion and awakening under political pressure.
- Representative works and achievements: His novelBreaking Stalin’s nose-Breaking Stalin’s Nose, published in 2011) tells the story of a loyal Young Pioneer whose faith collapses after his father is arrested. 2012 Newbery HonorThis work is known for itsConcise text, satirical illustrations, and criticism of totalitarianism, becoming an important historical novel for young people.
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🎂 October 18, 1896 — Born: Anne Dempster Kyle
American children’s writerAnne Dempster Kyle(Anne Dempster Kyle) was born in Pennsylvania.
- Important works and contributions: Kael primarily writes historical fiction for young adults, and her works are often set in distant historical periods and exotic settings, such as the Middle East during the Crusades or Renaissance Italy.
- Representative works and achievements: Her historical novelApprentice in Florence-The Apprentice of Florence, published in 1933, is set in 15th-century Italy and the fall of Constantinople, and tells the adventures of a silk merchant’s apprentice. 1934 Newbery Honor, is an important representative of early American children’s historical novels.
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