James Reeves (writer)

James Reeves
James Reeves
James Reeves
BornJohn Morris Reeves
1 July 1909
Wealdstone, London Borough of Harrow, England
Died1 May 1978(1978-05-01) (aged 68)
Lewes, Sussex,[1] England
OccupationWriter
LanguageBritish English
Alma materJesus College, Cambridge
Period1936–1978
GenrePoetry, plays, children's literature, anthologies
ParentsEthel Blench and Albert Reeves

John Morris Reeves, known as James Reeves (1 July 1909 – 1 May 1978) was a British writer principally known for his poetry, plays and contributions to children's literature and the literature of collected traditional songs. His published books include poetry, stories and anthologies for both adults and children. He was also well known as a literary critic and a broadcaster.[2]

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  2. ^ "James Reeves (Estate)" at Laura Cecil, Literary agent for children's books.