Thornton Burgess, a Cape Cod native, was one of the most prolific 20th century children’s writers. Burgess introduced many children to both books and nature. Christie Palmer Lowrance has written a new Biography of Thornton Burgess: Nature’s Ambassador, the Legacy of Thornton Burgess. Mindy Todd talks with her about the book and the legacy of Thornton Burgess.
Thornton Burgess's Stories Continue to Charm Children (and Adults)
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