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1827 – 1901Johanna Spyri (1827-1901)Died 7 July 1901, aged 74Spyri was a Swiss author best known for the children's novel Heidi, published in 1880-81, which became one of the best-selling books ever written. She died in Zurich on 7 July 1901. Her work remains a staple of children's literature worldwide.