Description: (American children’s author and naturalist)
Thornton W. Burgess, an American conservationist and author, was renowned for his children's stories. He earned the nickname Bedtime Story-Man for his popular newspaper column, Bedtime Stories. Burgess wrote over 170 books and crafted 15,000 stories for his daily column, focusing on nature and wildlife to reflect his passion for conservation. His dedication to educating and entertaining children through his stories has left a lasting impact on readers across generations.