J. Christian Bay

J. Christian Bay was a Danish-American librarian, author, and scholar born in 1871 in Denmark. He is most well-known for his contributions to the field of literature through his work as a librarian and his interest in folklore and fairytales. Bay emigrated to the United States, where he made significant strides in the library field, serving in various capacities at the John Crerar Library in Chicago and the Iowa State Library. His passion for literature, particularly for fairytales, is evident in his work 'Princess Rosamund' and other writings. Bay's career was marked by his dedication to preserving and promoting literary heritage, especially focusing on the integration of European literary traditions into American culture. His work in the library system was instrumental in advancing collections and accessibility of European folk tales to a broader American audience.