Marjorie Torrey facts for kids
Marjorie Torrey Hood Chanslor (born November 10, 1891 – died September 1, 1964) was a talented American illustrator and writer of children's books. She also wrote two mystery novels for adults. Sometimes, she used the names Torrey Chanslor or Torrey Bevans for her work. She was even recognized for her amazing illustrations, being a runner-up for the famous Caldecott Medal in both 1946 and 1947. This award celebrates the best illustrations in children's picture books. The books she illustrated for the award were Sing Mother Goose and Sing in Praise, both written by Opal Wheeler.
About Marjorie Torrey Chanslor
Marjorie Torrey Chanslor was born in Brooklyn in 1891. Her parents were William A. Hood and Caroline Lincoln Torrey.
In 1911, she married Thomas Murray Bevans. Her son later married Margaret Van Doren Bevans, who was also a writer and illustrator.
Later, Marjorie married Roy Edwin Chanslor, a screenwriter. She passed away on September 1, 1964, in Manhattan, when she was 72 years old.
Books by Marjorie Torrey Chanslor
Marjorie Torrey Chanslor wrote and illustrated many books during her career. Here are some of the books she worked on:
- Sarah's idea (1938) – She was the illustrator for this book.
- Our First Murder (1940) – This was a mystery novel for adults.
- Our Second Murder (1941) – Another mystery novel for adults.
- Penny (1944)
- Artie and the Princess (1945)
- Three Little Chipmunks (1947)
- The Merriweathers (1949)
- New star of the show (1949) – She was the illustrator for this book.
- Alice in Wonderland (1955) – She was the illustrator for this classic story.
- Far from Marlborough street
- Trouble for Jerry – She provided the illustrations for this book by Doris Gages.
- Saturday Night is My Delight
- Sing Mother Goose (1945) – Written by Opal Wheeler, Marjorie illustrated this book. It was a Caldecott Medal runner-up.
- Sing in Praise: a collection of the best loved hymns (1946) – Also written by Opal Wheeler and illustrated by Marjorie. This was another Caldecott Medal runner-up.
- Abide with Me – She provided the illustrations.
- Hoodoo that Voodoo – She provided the illustrations.
- Songs to sing with the very young (1966) – Written by Phyllis Brown Ohanian.
- Peter Pan (1957) – She was the illustrator for this well-known story.
