Annie Trumbull Slosson

Born in Stonington, Connecticut, in 1838, Annie Trumbull Slosson became known as an American author and entomologist. She wrote fiction in the regionalist tradition, especially short stories that drew on the speech, habits, and landscapes of New England.

Alongside her literary work, she developed a strong reputation as a collector and student of insects. That combination of storyteller and field naturalist makes her stand out among writers of her era: she was at home both on the page and outdoors, pursuing close observation in very different forms.

Slosson died in 1926. She is still remembered for fiction that captures local life with humor and detail, and for scientific work that reflected the same patience and curiosity that shaped her writing.