Spencer, Cornelia, 1899-1994

Grace Sydenstricker Yaukey (1899-1994) was an American author of short stories and books, most of which were for children, about the history and culture of China and other Asian countries, among other topics. She was born in China to missionary parents and began writing for publication after she moved to the United States at age 35. Under the pen name Cornelia Spencer, she wrote books for children on political leaders and cultural revolutions. She also produced two biographies of her sister, the Nobel Prize-winning novelist Pearl S. Buck.

From the description of Grace Sydenstricker Yaukey papers, 1934-1968. (University of Oregon Libraries). WorldCat record id: 67840542

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