About John Bennett
Lived 1865 – 1956 (aged 91). John Bennett was an American writer, painter, children's writer and illustrator.
John Bennett (May 14, 1865 – December 28, 1956) was an American author who is best known for the children's books that he wrote and illustrated. Some of them are anthologies of stories based on black folk tales, especially those drawn from the Gullah culture. He is considered to be a leading figure of the Charleston Renaissance.
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Who was John Bennett?
American children's writer and illustrator (1865-1956)
When was John Bennett born?
John Bennett was born on 14 May 1865 in Chillicothe.
When did John Bennett die?
John Bennett died on 28 December 1956 in Charleston.
What was John Bennett's occupation?
John Bennett was a writer, painter, children's writer and illustrator.
What nationality was John Bennett?
John Bennett was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Bennett (author)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Bennett. https://biography.guide/john-bennett-writer/
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Chicago: "John Bennett." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-bennett-writer/.
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