Ellen Ermingard Raskin (March 13, 1928 - August 8, 1984) was an American writer, illustrator and fashion designer. She was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and grew up during the Great Depression. Primarily a children's author, she received the 1979 Newbery Medal for her 1978 book, The Westing Game and a 1975 Newbery Honor for her 1974 book "Figgs & Phantoms".
Ms. Raskin was also an accomplished graphic artist. She designed dozens of dust jackets for...
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Date of birth:
- Mar 13, 1928
Date of death:
- Aug 8, 1984 (age 56 years)
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