Wilson, Hazel Hutchins, 1898-1992

Hazel Hutchins Wilson (1898-1992) was a librarian, educator, book reviewer, and author of books for children and young people. She wrote a popular series of children's books featuring Herbert, a character based on her son. She also write about geographic features, such as the river Seine, and historical figures, such as George Washington and Washington Irving.

Hazel Hutchins Wilson was born on April 8, 1898 in Portland, Maine. She earned her B.A. from Bates College and a B.S. from Simmons College, Boston, Massachusetts. Ms. Wilson was a professional librarian at the high school and college level and a lecturer at George Washington University, Washington, D.C. She is the author of over 15 children's books. Her most famous books are the Herbert series, which was based upon the actions of her son and his friends. Hazel Wilson died on August 20, 1992. Biographical Source: Something About the Author, vol. 3, pp. 260-261 and vol. 73, pp. 231.