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Edward Richard Shaw

1855 – 1903

American academic and writer

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About Edward Richard Shaw

Lived 1855 – 1903 (aged 47–48). Edward Richard Shaw was an American writer and children's writer.

Edward Richard Shaw (1855–1903) was a Professor and Dean, New York University, and author of numerous books, primarily children's schoolbooks.

Shaw was born in 1855 at Bellport, New York (part of Long Island). His undergraduate work was at Lafayette College, and he received his Ph.D. from New York University. After serving as Principal at Sayville, New York; Greenport, Suffolk County, New York; and Yonkers (NY) High School, he became Professor of Pedagogy in the New York University. By the time of his death, he was Dean.

Some of Shaw's output consisted of famous works edited for use by schoolchildren; examples include Black Beauty and Joshua Slocum's Sailing alone around the world.

Works

Shaw Edward Richard The Pot Of Gold Belford, Clarke and Co. Chicago IL 1888

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Important facts

Born
1855, Bellport
Birth century
Died
1903, Yonkers, New York
Nationality
Employers
New York University
Also known as
Edward R. Shaw

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Edward Richard Shaw?

American academic and writer

When was Edward Richard Shaw born?

Edward Richard Shaw was born in 1855 in Bellport.

When did Edward Richard Shaw die?

Edward Richard Shaw died in 1903 in Yonkers, New York.

What was Edward Richard Shaw's occupation?

Edward Richard Shaw was a writer and children's writer.

What nationality was Edward Richard Shaw?

Edward Richard Shaw was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Edward Richard Shaw

· Wikidata: Q5345038

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