Born
February 7, 1867
Pepin County, United States
Died
February 10, 1957
Mansfield, United States
Known for
American children's writer, diarist, and journalist
Laura Ingalls Wilder (1867–1957) was United States best known for American children's writer, diarist, and journalist.
Laura Elizabeth Ingalls Wilder (February 7, 1867 – February 10, 1957) was an American writer, teacher, and journalist. She is best known as the author of the beloved children's book series <i>Little House on the Prairie</i>, based on her own pioneer childhood. Her detailed narratives vividly capture the challenges and joys of frontier life, preserving a vital piece of American history.
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Laura Ingalls Wilder died on February 10, 1957 in Mansfield, United States, at the age of 90.
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Laura Ingalls Wilder was born in Pepin County, United States on February 7, 1867.
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Laura Ingalls Wilder is best known for American children's writer, diarist, and journalist.
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Laura Ingalls Wilder was 90 years old at the time of death.
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Laura Ingalls Wilder was from United States.
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