Beatrix Potter

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Born on July 28, 1866 (159 years old)

Passed Away on December 22, 1943

From Kensington, London, United Kingdom

Known for Writing

Biography

Beatrix Potter (28 July 1866 – 22 December 1943) was an English writer, illustrator, natural scientist, and conservationist. She is best known for her children's books featuring animals, such as The Tale of Peter Rabbit, which was her first commercially published work in 1902. Her books, including 23 Tales, have sold more than 250 million copies.

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