Paul Galdone was born in Budapest, Hungary, in 1907 and emigrated
to the United States in 1928. After finishing his studies at the
Art Student League and the New York School of Industrial Design,
Mr. Galdone worked in the art department of a major publishing
house. He illustrated almost three hundred books, many of which he
himself wrote. The winner of two Caldecott Honors, Mr. Galdone is
fondly remembered for his lively style, bright earthy humor, and
action-filled illustrations, which will continue to delight for
generations to come. www.paulgaldone.com
Paul Galdone was born in Budapest, Hungary, in 1907 and emigrated
to the United States in 1928. After finishing his studies at the
Art Student League and the New York School of Industrial Design,
Mr. Galdone worked in the art department of a major publishing
house. He illustrated almost three hundred books, many of which he
himself wrote. The winner of two Caldecott Honors, Mr. Galdone is
fondly remembered for his lively style, bright earthy humor, and
action-filled illustrations, which will continue to delight for
generations to come.
"Four to six-year-olds are sure to enjoy Paul Galdone's interpretation, and they should gain good visual concepts of size and of right to left from the delightful pictures and the use of various type sizes." -- School Library Journal
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