Emilie K. (Emilie Kip) Baker

Born in 1873 and deceased in 1951, Emilie Kip Baker was an American author remembered chiefly for writing and editing books for young readers. Reference listings and public-domain library records identify her as a children's author, and surviving editions show a strong interest in classical mythology, folklore, and literary education.

Her best-known books include Stories of Old Greece and Rome and Stories from Northern Myths, both of which retell ancient stories in clear, straightforward prose. She also worked on poetry collections for children, suggesting a broader aim: introducing classic material in forms that felt readable and inviting rather than overly academic.

Several library-style sources also note that she was married to Franklin T. Baker, an influential educator associated with Teachers College at Columbia. Even from the limited biographical record now easy to confirm online, her work stands out for opening the door to older myths and poems for generations of younger readers.