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E. L. Konigsburg was an esteemed American children's literature author, born on February 10, 1930, and passed away on April 19, 2013. Her works are known for their profound themes and unique narrative style, which have won her widespread acclaim.

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Famous E. L. Konigsburg Quotes

“Kids want acceptance from their peers, but in two different, opposing ways: They want to be like everyone else and they want to be different from everyone else. So the question is: How do you reconcile these opposing longings?”

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Author:E. L. Konigsburg

“I am convinced that not only do children need children's books to fine-tune their brains, but our civilization needs them if we are not going to unplug ourselves from our collective past.”

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Book:Talktalk: a children's book author speaks to grown-ups

Source: Talktalk: a children's book author speaks to grown-ups

“I've been the oldest child since before you were born”

Children Born Oldest Child

Book:From the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler

Source: From the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler

About the Author

Born: February 10, 1930
Died: April 19, 2013
Known for: Writer
Quotes: 50

Books & Sources

The View from SaturdayRelated source material

From the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil E. FrankweilerRelated source material

A Proud Taste for Scarlet and MiniverRelated source material

Silent to the BoneRelated source material

Talk, Talk: A Children's Book Author Speaks to Grown-UpsRelated source material

The Outcasts of 19 Schuyler PlaceRelated source material

Talktalk: a children's book author speaks to grown-upsRelated source material

Throwing ShadowsRelated source material

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