Lucretia P. Hale was an American author and journalist born on December 17, 1820, in Boston, Massachusetts. She was part of the Hale family, which included her brother, Edward Everett Hale, a notable writer and reformer. Lucretia is best known for her children's literature and her contributions to various magazines, where she often wrote about social issues and women's rights. In addition to her writing, Hale was an advocate for education and women's suffrage. She published several books, including The Peterkin Papers, which featured humorous stories and illustrations. Lucretia P. Hale passed away on June 25, 1900, leaving a legacy of literary and social contributions.