| Full Name |
Mary Noel Streatfeild |
| Date of Birth |
24 December 1895 |
| Place of Birth |
Amberley, Sussex, England |
| Date of Death |
11 September 1986 |
| Place of Death |
London, England |
| Citizenship / Country of Residence |
British |
| Education |
Laleham School for Girls; Royal Academy of Dramatic Art |
| Profession |
Author, Actress |
| Years of Activity |
1920-1986 |
| Brief Information |
Noel Streatfeild was a British author, best known for her children's books, many of which featured children pursuing various artistic careers. Her notable works include *Ballet Shoes* and *The Circus is Coming*, for which she received the Carnegie Medal in 1938. She is recognized for her detailed and realistic portrayals of life in the arts, influencing children's literature. |