Ruth Ogden facts for kids

Ruth Ogden (born December 27, 1853 – died July 2, 1927) was a special writer. Her real name was Fannie Ogden Ide. She was an American author who wrote many popular books for children in the late 1800s and early 1900s.

An illustration from Ruth Ogden's book, A Little Queen of Hearts (1893).

About Ruth Ogden

Fannie Ogden was born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1853. Her parents were Abigail (Murphy) Ogden and Jonathan Ogden. Her father was a merchant. Fannie had an older brother named Robert Curtis Ogden. He became a very successful businessman.

Fannie went to private schools when she was young. In 1875, she married Charles W. Ide. They had one daughter, named Alice.

Her Writing Career

Fannie Ogden Ide used the pen name 'Ruth Ogden' for her writing. A pen name is like a secret identity for a writer. Under this name, she wrote many popular books for kids. She also wrote stories and poems for different magazines.

Many of her books were based on real history. For example, A Loyal Little Red-Coat (1890) and Loyal Hearts and True (1899) tell stories that happened in the past. People who reviewed her books often said they were "charming." One reviewer even praised her for her "pure tone" and "good English style." This means her stories were wholesome and well-written.

Many talented artists drew pictures for her books. Some of these illustrators included F. C. Gordon, George T. Tobin, H.A. Ogden, and W. Rainey.

Ruth Ogden passed away in Brooklyn in 1927.

Her Books

Here are some of the books Ruth Ogden wrote:

• His Little Royal Highness (1887)
• A Loyal Little Red-Coat (1890)
• A Little Queen of Hearts (1893)
• Courage (1893)
• Little Homespun (1897)
• Tattine (1898)
• Loyal Hearts and True (1899)
• Friendship: The Good and Perfect Gift (1903; a special Christmas booklet)
• Little Pierre and Big Peter (1915)