Age, Biography and Wiki
| Birth Day | April 5, 1834 |
| Birth Place | Philadelphia, PA |
| Age | 185 YEARS OLD |
| Birth Sign | Aries |
Net worth: $1.9 Million (2024)
Frank R. Stockton, a renowned Children's Author based in Pennsylvania, has an estimated net worth of $1.9 Million in 2024. With a remarkable career spanning several decades, Stockton has captivated young readers with his imaginative storytelling and memorable characters. His literary works have left an indelible mark on the genre, firmly establishing him as a beloved figure in the world of children's literature. With numerous successful books to his name, Stockton's significant net worth is a testament to his enduring popularity and the widespread appeal of his writings.
About
An American writer of children's fairy tales, he is best remembered for The Lady, or the Tiger? (1882) and The Hundreth Man (1886). His later works include The Captain's Toll-Gate (1903) and The Lost Dryad (1912).
Before Fame
He worked as a wood engraver before writing for a Philadelphia newspaper founded by his brother.
Trivia
His father, a Methodist minister, discouraged him from pursuing a writing career.
Family Life
He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Following his marriage to Mary Ann Edwards Tuttle, he settled in Nutley, New Jersey.
Associated With
His stories The Griffin and the Minor Canon (1885) and The Bee-Man of Orn (1887) were illustrated by Maurice Sendak.
