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This blue commemorative plaque records: Robert Atkinson Westall. The acclaimed children's author was born here on 7th October 1929. He wrote over 40 books and received a number of literary awards. Some of his books used a local setting including 'The Machine Gunners'. He dies at Northwich, Cheshire on 15th April 1993. Recorded plaque organisation: North Tyneside Council.

Robert Westall was a renowned children's author born in 1929, known for his over 40 novels that often explored dark themes and historical settings; he is remembered for works like 'The Machine Gunners' which garnered him critical acclaim and several literary awards.

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