Henrietta Christian Wright

Born in Old Bridge, New Jersey, on February 18, 1852, Henrietta Christian Wright was an American children's author who lived there throughout her life. She died on December 13, 1899, at age 47.

Wright wrote nonfiction and story-based books for young readers, especially on literature, history, and science. Her work included titles such as Children's Stories in American History, Children's Stories of American Progress, Children's Stories of the Great Scientists, and Children's Stories in English Literature.

Her writing had a clear educational purpose, but it aimed to keep learning engaging and readable. Several of her books have remained accessible through major digital collections, which has helped preserve her place in the history of children's literature.