Dear Genius
Book • 1998
Leonard S. Marcus' 'Dear Genius' collects and annotates letters exchanged between Ursula Nordstrom and the notable authors and illustrators she edited.
The volume reveals Nordstrom's wit, candid commentary, and persuasive editorial strategies through primary correspondence.
Marcus situates the letters within the broader history of twentieth-century children's publishing, offering context and analysis.
The book highlights Nordstrom's role in encouraging groundbreaking work and shaping the tastes of readers and editors alike.
It has become a key resource for understanding Nordstrom's influence and the creative processes behind classic children's books.
The volume reveals Nordstrom's wit, candid commentary, and persuasive editorial strategies through primary correspondence.
Marcus situates the letters within the broader history of twentieth-century children's publishing, offering context and analysis.
The book highlights Nordstrom's role in encouraging groundbreaking work and shaping the tastes of readers and editors alike.
It has become a key resource for understanding Nordstrom's influence and the creative processes behind classic children's books.
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Nancy Hudgins, "Books Good Enough for You: The Storied Life of Ursula Nordstrom" (Abrams Books for Young Readers, 2026)
