Marguerite Henry Books
Marguerite Henry (1902–1997) was an American writer best known for children’s books inspired by animals and real events. Raised in Milwaukee, she began writing stories as a child and went on to create vivid tales of…
Marguerite Henry (1902–1997) was an American writer best known for children’s books inspired by animals and real events. Raised in Milwaukee, she began writing stories as a child and went on to create vivid tales of horses and the people who cared for them. Her best-known books include *Misty of Chincoteague*, *King of the Wind*, *Justin Morgan Had a Horse*, and *Brighty of the Grand Canyon*. *King of the Wind* received the 1949 Newbery Medal. Henry’s work reflects her fascination with animals, careful research, and gift for bringing real places and creatures to life.
