Enid Mary Blyton
- Born:
- 11 August 1897, East Dulwich, London, England
- Died:
- 28 November 1968, Hampstead, London, England
- Nationality:
- British
- Profession(s):
- Children's Author, Teacher
Early Life and Education
- Born to Thomas Carey Blyton, a cutlery manufacturer, and Theresa Mary (née Harrison) Blyton.
- Educated at St. Christopher's School, Beckenham.
- Briefly trained as a teacher.
Career and Major Achievements
- Began writing in the 1920s, gaining popularity with children's stories.
- Prodigious output, writing over 700 books during her career.
- Created enduring and iconic characters and series.
Notable Works
- Noddy series
- Famous Five series
- Secret Seven series
- Malory Towers series
- St. Clare's series
- Numerous stand-alone children's novels, short stories, and educational books.
Legacy and Impact
Enid Blyton remains one of the best-selling children's authors of all time, with her books translated into numerous languages. Despite some criticism regarding her writing style and themes in more recent years, the enduring popularity of her characters and stories demonstrates her significant influence on children's literature. Critical analysis, such as that undertaken in 'Enid Blyton the Biography', continues to examine the context and impact of her work.