author
Eleanore Myers Jewett
1890–1967
Drawn to the medieval world and its legends, she became a beloved writer of historical fiction and fantasy for young readers. Her stories often blend scholarship, adventure, and a warm sense of wonder.
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Wonder Tales from Tibet
by Eleanore Myers Jewett
About the author
Born in New York City in 1890, Eleanore Myers Jewett studied at Barnard College, where her interest in comparative literature helped spark a lifelong fascination with the medieval period. That passion would shape much of her writing and give her books their distinctive historical flavor.
Jewett wrote fiction, history, and historical fiction for younger readers, and she became especially known for stories set in the Middle Ages or inspired by old legends and folklore. Her best-known works include The Hidden Treasure of Glaston, along with other novels that brought distant times to life in a way that felt adventurous and accessible.
She died in 1967, but her books have continued to find readers who enjoy stories with strong atmosphere, careful historical detail, and a sense of enchantment. She remains a memorable voice in classic children's literature, especially for readers drawn to castles, quests, and the rich world of the past.