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William Byron Forbush
1868–1927
Remembered as a minister, educator, and prolific writer on youth and religion, he devoted much of his work to helping children and young people grow in character. His books range from practical guidance on child training and play to accessible retellings of Christian history and the life of Jesus.
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Dramatics in the home
by William Byron Forbush
About the author
William Byron Forbush was an American clergyman and writer, born in Springfield, Vermont, on February 20, 1868, and died in Philadelphia on October 23, 1927. He studied at Dartmouth, New York University, and Union Theological Seminary, and built a career that combined ministry, education, and writing.
Much of his work centered on children and adolescents. He served as pastor of Detroit's Woodward Avenue Congregational Church from 1906 to 1913, later moved to Philadelphia to lead the American Institute of Boy Life, and organized the Knights of King Arthur, a church-based boys' club. His writing reflects those interests, with books on child development, play, stories for young readers, and Christian instruction.
Forbush also wrote and edited religious works for a broad audience, including books on the life of Jesus and an edition of The Book of Martyrs. Today he is chiefly of interest as a practical, energetic author who tried to bring moral education, storytelling, and everyday guidance together for families, teachers, and church communities.