Caroline Birley
Caroline Birley | |
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| Born | Caroline Birley 16 November 1851 York Place, Oxford Road, Chorlton-on-Medlock, England |
| Died | 15 February 1907 (aged 55) Pendleton, Greater Manchester, England |
| Resting place | Lingfield Church, Surrey, England |
| Occupation(s) | Geologist and children's writer |
| Notable work | We are Seven Jessamine and her Lesson Books |
| Relatives | Francis Birley (brother) |
Caroline Birley (16 November 1851 – 15 February 1907) was an English geologist, fossil collector and children's author. As a geologist, she was noteworthy, not so much for the scientific value of her collection, but for the regard with which she was held in a predominately male profession. Her interest in geology started with stones she collected as a child and her enthusiasm continued until her death.