Author
Bernard Gay Marshall
An American writer of historical fiction, Bernard Gay Marshall is best known for his Newbery Honor-winning novel Cedric the Forester.
- Lived
- 1875–1945
- Nationality
- American
- Language
- English
- Notable works
- Cedric the Forester
Bernard Gay Marshall (1875–1945) was an American author who wrote historical fiction. Born in August 1875, Marshall is best remembered for his contributions to early twentieth-century literature for young readers.\n\nHis most notable literary achievement was the historical novel Cedric the Forester. Published to acclaim, the book was selected as a runner-up for the inaugural Newbery Medal in 1922, securing Marshall's place in the history of American children's literature. He passed away in December 1945.
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