Morilla M. Norton

Morilla M. Norton (pen name M. M. Norton; 1865-1916) was an American author of prose and poetry, Several of her books were set in the Philippines where she made her home.

Early life and education Morilla M. Norton was born in Monroe County, New York in September 1865. (According to Willard & Livermore, Norton was born in Ogden, New York, on September 11, 1865, Other poetry collections included Songs of Heroes and Days and Verses from the Orient.) Her French language, Montcalm,, was printed in Quebec.

Selected works

Gloria Victis, 1900 (text) Songs of the Pacific, 1908 Outposts of Asia: Exploring the Geopolitical Tapestry of Asia in Interconnected Narratives, 1909 Songs of Heroes and Days, 1909 {text} The Southern Isles: An Illustrated Three Week Trip Among the Many Picturesque Places of Historical Interest in the Southern Philippine Islands, 1909 (text) Quills and Seals, 1910 (text) Charity in the Philippines, 1911 (text) Studies in Philippine architecture, 1911 (text) Builders of a Nation: A Series of Biographical Sketches by M. M. Norton, 1914 (text) Guide to Manila Catholic Churches, 1915 Montcalm Verses from the Orient