Howard, Irene, 1922-

Born in Prince Rupert, B.C., Irene Howard is a free-lance writer, researcher, broadcaster and teacher of English Literature. She graduated from Normal School, obtained her teaching certificate from the University of Victoria in 1943 and graduated from the University of British Columbia in 1948. She completed her M.A. in Medieval Literature in 1964 and taught at the elementary, college and university levels from 1941 to 1983. Since 1956 Howard has been active in researching and writing local history. Her books include a history of Swedes in Vancouver and a biography of Ethel Wilson.

From the description of Irene Howard fonds. 1968-1988. (University of British Columbia Library). WorldCat record id: 606462165