Govan, Christine Noble, 1898-1985
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Author of children's literature, of Chattanooga, Tenn.
From the description of Christine Noble Govan collection, undated. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 279305259
Young adult mystery writer born in New York. Co-wrote 18 mysteries with her daughter Emmy Payne Govan West.
From the description of Christine Noble Govan papers 1935-1968. (University of Southern Mississippi, Regional Campus). WorldCat record id: 39717352
Dr. Gilbert Govan (1892-1978) was director of the library at the University of Chattanooga (1934-1962). He was also a prominent local historian who published a couple of books about Chattanooga and area histories. Another endeavor Dr. Govan undertook was writing book reviews for various local publications, including the Chattanooga Times. Christine Noble Govan (1898-1985) was born in New York City and moved to Sewanee, Tennessee after her father died. She lived on Lookout Mountain from age 10 until her death. She attended the University of Chattanooga and went on to work for the Carnegie Library in Chattanooga, Tennessee. She also worked as a teacher and book reviewer for the "Chattanooga Times" and "Chattanooga News." She is best known as a writer of young adult mystery stories co-authored with her daughter Emmy. Some of these books include "The Delectable Mountain" and "Those Plummer Children."
From the description of Gilbert and Christine Govan letters, circa 1932-1973. (University of Tennessee at Chattanooga). WorldCat record id: 761958150
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Subjects:
- Authors, American
- Women authors, American
- Children's literature
- Children's literature
- Detective and mystery stories
Occupations:
- Women authors, American
Places:
- Tennessee--Chattanooga (as recorded)
