Author: Margaret Bertha Synge
Alternate names: M. B. Synge
Born: 1861
Died: 21 January 1939
Bio: M. B. (Margaret Bertha) Synge was a British historian and accomplished author. An author of numerous works, her most recognized was *A Book of Discovery*. Synge held a respected position as a member of the Royal Historical Society (F.R.Hist.S.), an esteemed organization designed to advance historical studies and support scholars. She also wrote *The Story of the World*, a celebrated history book series catering to children that was illustrated by her brother, Edward M. Synge, Etcher. Even though Synge dealt with complex historical topics, she had a knack for making them compelling and uncomplicated. As a director of various schools, she wrote numerous instructional volumes aimed at young readers, including *The Discovery of New Worlds* and *The Awakening of Europe*.

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