Eleanor Spence

Eleanor Spence

October 21, 1928 – September 30, 2008
Countries: Australia
Place of Birth: Sydney, New South Wales
Place of Death: Erina, New South Wales, Australia

Eleanor Spence AM (1928–2008) was an Australian author of novels for young adults and older children. Her books explore a wide range of issues, including Australian history, religion, autism, bigotry, materialism and alienation. She was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia in the 2006 Australia Day Honours.