About Charles Hawes
Lived 1889 – 1923 (aged 34). Charles Hawes was an American writer, children's writer and novelist.
Charles Boardman Hawes was an American writer of fiction and nonfiction sea stories, best known for three historical novels. He died suddenly at age 34, after only two of his five books had been published. The children's librarians voted him "author of the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children", winner of the third annual Newbery Medal and the first for a writer born in the U.S.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Charles Hawes?
American maritime writer (1889-1923)
When was Charles Hawes born?
Charles Hawes was born on 24 January 1889 in Clifton Springs.
When did Charles Hawes die?
Charles Hawes died on 16 July 1923 in Springfield.
What was Charles Hawes's occupation?
Charles Hawes was a writer, children's writer and novelist.
What nationality was Charles Hawes?
Charles Hawes was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Charles Boardman Hawes
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Charles Hawes. https://biography.guide/charles-hawes/
MLA: "Charles Hawes." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/charles-hawes/.
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