Ever heard a tune you just can't get out of your head?
David is the creator of several well-known characters including
King Rollo and Mr Benn. His most famous creation is Elmer the
Patchwork Elephant which is now published in more than 50 languages
and has its own successful global merchandise programme.
David McKee was born in Devon and went to Plymouth Art College,
where he had a traditional training. On leaving college he drew
regularly for, among others, Punch, Reader's Digest, and The Times
Educational Supplement. His drawings were influenced especially by
Saul Steinberg and Andre Francois.
David's first picture book was one of the stories he had told at
college, Two Can Toucan, first published in 1964. David has written
and illustrated over 50 picture books for Andersen Press including
27 original Elmer stories. David lives in Arles, France.
"Everyone loves Elmer! The illustrations are always wonderful and
inviting and the stories are playful, which make them eternally
popular with young children... This is another lovely story from
David McKee, one that will delight children of all ages"
*Early Years Educator*
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