Anne Holm
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1922 – 1998
Who was Anne Holm?
Anne Holm, born Else Anne Jørgensen was a Danish journalist and children's writer. At times she also wrote under the pseudonym Adrien de Chandelle. Her books are typically recommended to age groups 5–19 years, but they include elements even for adult readers. Her best known book is I Am David, adapted for a 2003 film;, which tells the story of a 12-year-old boy who escapes from a concentration camp and travels through Europe. It won the ALA Notable Book award in 1965, the 1963 Best Scandinavian Children's Book award and the Boys Club of America Junior Book Award Gold Medal.
Another well known book by Holm is Peter, which tells the story of a teenage boy who travels in time to ancient Greece and medieval England.
Holm was born in Oksbøl. She married JC Holm in 1955 and never divorced him.
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