Eleanor Coerr was a Canadian author of children's historical fiction and picture books. She was born on May 29, 1922 and is best known for her book Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes (1977). She also wrote Sam the Minuteman (1995), Josefina Story Quilt (2006), Biography of a Kangaroo (1976), and many other children's novels and picture books.
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💰 Net worth: $16 Million (2024)
Eleanor Coerr, a renowned children's author based in Canada, is expected to have a net worth of $16 million by 2024. Coerr has achieved immense success and recognition for her captivating storytelling and ability to engage young readers. Her talent for crafting compelling narratives has earned her a loyal following and numerous accolades over the years. Coerr's financial prosperity is a testament to her literary contributions, impact on young readers, and the enduring popularity of her work, making her a prominent figure in the Canadian children's literature scene.
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About
The author of the acclaimed children's historical fiction book Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes (1977), Coerr also penned Sam the Minuteman (1995); Josefina Story Quilt (2006); Biography of a Kangaroo (1976); and many other children's novels and picture books.
Before Fame
After earning an undergraduate degree in English from American University, she obtained a master's in library science from the University of Maryland and subsequently worked as a Journalist, newspaper Editor, and creative writing Teacher. She published her first children's book, Twenty-five Dragons, in 1971.
Trivia
Her Japanese childhood best friend inspired her enduring interest in Japanese culture and history, which, in turn, eventually led her to write her most famous literary work.
Family Life
She was born and raised in Saskatchewan, Canada. During her three-decade marriage to diplomat Wymberly De Renne Coerr (which ended with his death in 1996), she lived in the Philippines, Thailand, Brazil, Taiwan, the United States, and Japan.
Associated With
She authored a 1976 young adult work about the famous primatologist Jane Goodall.