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We remember authors for the stories they tell and the many ways their words can entertain, enlighten and inspire us. The death of a beloved writer can leave us with a collective sense of loss, feelings of nostalgia, the belief that an era has passed. Fortunately for us, we will always have their works. This memorial site was created to honor and remember authors who've touched our lives.
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Jean Craighead George Obituary (AP News)
Jean Craighead George
7/2/1919 - 5/15/2012

Authors: Remembering the life, death and legacy of Jean Craighead George

Jean Craighead George has died at age 92. Craighead George was the author of dozens of books for young adults, including the Newbery Medal-winning "Julie of the Wolves," the Newbery Honor book "My Side of the Mountain," and its sequel, "On the Far Side of the Mountain."
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