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George Selden
AuthorBooks · Second hand1929-1989
George Selden Thompson was an American author. Known professionally as George Selden, he also wrote under the pseudonym Terry Andrews. He is best known for his 1961 book The Cricket in Times Square, which received a Lewis Carroll Shelf Award in 1963 and a Newbery Honor.
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About George Selden
Birth
1929
Death
1989
First book
1960
Years writing
66
George Selden Thompson was an American author. Known professionally as George Selden, he also wrote under the pseudonym Terry Andrews. He is best known for his 1961 book The Cricket in Times Square, which received a Lewis Carroll Shelf Award in 1963 and a Newbery Honor.
George Selden was born in Hartford and dedicated his career to children's literature.
His most recognized work is the classic The Cricket in Times Square.
Throughout his career, he wrote a total of 37 books for young readers.
His stories often explore fascinating themes like life in New York and the world of insects.
In addition to his most famous success, he is also the author of The Story of Harold.
