Naomi Lewis
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For the Canadian fiction and nonfiction writer, see Naomi K. Lewis.
Naomi Lewis (3 September 1911 – 5 July 2009) was a British poet, essayist, literary critic, anthologist and reteller of stories for children. She is particularly noted for her translations of the Danish children's author, Hans Christian Andersen, as well as for her critical reviews and essays. She was a recipient of the Eleanor Farjeon Award. Lewis was an advocate of animal rights and was known to rescue injured pigeons and stray cats.[1][2]
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Born | 3 September, 1911 Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, England |
Died | 5 July 2009(2009-07-05) (aged 97) London, England |
Occupation(s) | Poet, writer |
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