Ann Zwinger

Ann Haymond Zwinger (1925–2014) was the author of many natural histories noted for detail and lyrical prose.

Early life and education Ann Haymond Zwinger was born March 12, 1925, in Muncie, Indiana, the daughter of William and Ann Haymond. While young, she lived along the White River. She studied art history and was awarded two degrees, an A.B. in Arts in 1946 by Wellesley College with the designation "Wellesley College Scholar," now considered roughly equivalent to "cum laude," and an A.M. in Fine Arts by Indiana University in 1950. She married Herman H. Zwinger, a pilot, in 1952. and the Friends of American Writers Award for non-fiction. Her more than 20 books on natural history often featured her own illustrations.

She taught Southwest Studies and English at Colorado College.