Margaret Gatty Quotes

A collection of quotes by Margaret Gatty.

Margaret Gatty (1809-1873) was an English children's author and naturalist. She gained recognition for her talent in writing educational and imaginative works for young readers, including "Parables from Nature" (1855). Gatty was deeply interested in marine biology and contributed significantly to the scientific study of seaweeds. She published comprehensive guides on this subject, such as "British Sea-Weeds" (1862), which became an authoritative resource. Gatty's writings integrated scientific knowledge with moral lessons, aiming to promote both education and entertainment for children. Her contributions to children's literature and marine biology continue to inspire and educate to this day.