Margaret Gatty
British writer and botanist (1809–1873) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Margaret Gatty (née Scott; 3 June 1809 – 4 October 1873) was an English children's author and writer on marine biology.[1] In some writings she argues against Charles Darwin's Origin of Species. She became a popular writer of tales for young people, which she hoped would influence adult minds as well.[2] Among her other books are Parables from Nature, Worlds not Realized, Proverbs Illustrated, and Aunt Judy's Tales. She edited Aunt Judy's Magazine, a family publication written by various family members.[3]
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Born | 3 June 1809 Burnham on Crouch, England |
Died | 4 October 1873(1873-10-04) (aged 64) |
Nationality | English |
Other names | Margaret Scott |
Known for | children's books; marine biology |
Spouse | Rev Alfred Gatty |
Children | Horatia Katherine Francis Gatty, Juliana Horatia Ewing, Charles Tindal Gatty, Alfred Scott-Gatty |
Parent(s) | Rev. Alexander John and Mary Frances (née Ryder) Scott |
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