Read a short biography of Opal Whiteley
and see why so many people enjoy her writings. Also, a very good biography by Steve McQuiddy is linked here.
University of
Oregon site with dozens of historic photos collected by Stephen Williamson.
The Center for Advanced Technology in Education (CATE) at the UofO has reprinted her original 1920 diary. CATE develops learning tools for students with disabilities. Opal was a student at the UofO in 1917-1918 - perhaps UofO's most mysterious student. This project is the brainchild of CATE's director Dr. Lynne Anderson. She asked Stephen Williamson to fill the diary with rare photos and text notes of the people, places and events in Opal's diary. The result is both enchanting and educational.
"The Fairyland Around Us" was Opal's first book - out of print for 85 years - complete with all photos & drawings. Fairyland is the key to understanding much about the life of Opal Whiteley, and a wonderful book to read. Developed by David Caruso who did a beautiful job with Opal's Fairyland..
Opal published these poems in 1923 - shortly before leaving the US. Here are selections from this most rare book.
There are now at least 3 versions of Opal's diary - an edition for all ages,
including children. Here are the most popular ones.
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