Barukh Dagon
1884–1957 (age 73)
Biography
Barukh Dagon (1884–1957) delighted generations of children with tales that stirred imagination while imparting gentle lessons about kindness and courage. His stories, filled with vivid characters and playful language, created warm refuges where young readers could explore their dreams.
He believed that children deserved literature both joyful and meaningful, and he devoted himself to writing works that honored their curiosity. Dagon’s contribution to children’s literature is remembered for the laughter and compassion it continues to bring to families.