"The best way to treat obstacles is to use them as stepping stones. Laugh at them, tread on them, and let them lead you to something better."
-Enid Blyton
Enid Mary Blyton was a famous English writer who wrote for children. She was born on the 11th of August, 1897 in East Dulwich, London, and died at the age of seventy-one in Hampstead, London on November 28th, 1968. She loved reading at a young age. She read classics such as 'Black Beauty' and 'Little Women' and enjoyed myths, legends, magazines, and poetry. Even though writing made her happy her mother did not approve; she thought it was a waste of Blyton's time but her father who she had a very close relationship encouraged her.
Background of Enid Blyton
Enid Blyton went to St Christopher's School for girls in Beckenham. Unlike the girls in many of her stories she did not attend boarding school. Having a vivid imagination imagination she knew within herself for a long time that she wanted to be a writer. Blyton excelled in music and played the piano beautifully, however, as she got older she reluctantly practiced for hours when she would rather be writing. After taking a teacher-training course at Ipswich High School, in December, 1918, she became a teacher to study and experience the children she want to right about in her stories.
Her Works
In 1917, her first recorded poem "Have You...?" was published by Nash's Magazine. Her most popular book series is "The Famous Five". This series is about how the adventurer siblings Julian, Dick, and Anne, their tomboy cousin George and their dog Timmy spend their summer vacation together. During these supposed-to-be-normal holidays, the children solve mysteries, uncover hidden treasure and even catch thieves. These books are packed with thrilling stories and mystery solving which leave children wanting for more. They are twenty-one books in total. Opinions on which of the books in the series is the best often vary but no one denies that they are all worth reading.
Writing Style
Enid Blyton wrote books of many genres such as fairy tales, nature, circus, and mysteries, and often blended the genres. Her writing style is simple, and easy to understand with subtle similes and colorful descriptions. Her goal in writing was to entertain, educate and guide children on the path of life.
Though Enid Blyton is no longer around her books continue to inspire children everywhere and provide them with the encouragement to chase their dreams.
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