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Margaret A. Edwards
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Margaret Alexander Edwards (October 23, 1902 – April 19, 1988) was an American educator and librarian who was at the forefront of the movement for young adult services in the 20th century.[1] She is the namesake of the Margaret Edwards Award for young adult literature.
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Born | Margaret Alexander October 23, 1902 (1902-10-23) |
Died | April 19, 1988 (1988-04-20) |
Nationality | American |
Education | Trinity University, Columbia University |
Occupation | Librarian |
Employer | Enoch Pratt Free Library |
Spouse | Phillip Edwards |
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