O'Harris, Pixie, 1903-

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Artist and children's author. O'Harris' published works include "The fairy who wouldn't fly" (1946) and "Marmaduke the possum" (1947). See "Who's who in Australia, 1950", p. 548.

From the description of Letter [manuscript]. 1970. (Libraries Australia). WorldCat record id: 225848534

Pixie O'Harris, born in Wales in 1903, emigrated to Australia in 1920, becoming one of leading children's book illustrators and authors. Several generations of Australians have been brought up on books written by her. She was recognised by various medals and an M.B.E as well as made Patron of the Royal Alexandra Hospital for Children. She died in 1990.

From the description of 7233 Pixie O'Harris Papers. (Libraries Australia). WorldCat record id: 755766979

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associatedWith Corrigan, Pat, 1932- person
associatedWith Croyston, John. person
correspondedWith Davison, Frank Dalby, 1893-1970 person
associatedWith Hart-Smith, William, 1911-1990. person
associatedWith James, Keith person
associatedWith Mathew, Ray, 1929-2002. person
associatedWith Pratt, Douglas, 1900-1972. person
associatedWith White, Myrtle Rose, 1888-1961. person
associatedWith Zofrea, Salvatore, 1946- person
Place Name Admin Code Country
Australia
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Artists
Authors, Australian
Bookplates, Australian
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Birth 1903-10-15

Death 1991-11-17

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