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OverviewA beautiful collectors’ volume showcasing the art, life, and inspiration of a celebrated author-illustrator. Take a look behind the scenes at the work of John Burningham, one of the world’s most talented children’s book creators, in this fascinating masterwork showcasing everything from sketches to background stories, family photos to full-color art. Complete with a foreword by Maurice Sendak, an introduction by the distinguished children’s book author, critic, and curator Brian Alderson, and copious notes and revelations by the author-illustrator himself, this gorgeous showpiece belongs on the shelf of everyone who loves — or aspires to — the art of children’s book creation. Full Product DetailsAuthor: John Burningham , John Burningham , Maurice SendakPublisher: Candlewick Press,U.S. Imprint: Candlewick Press,U.S. Dimensions: Width: 23.90cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 30.90cm Weight: 1.499kg ISBN: 9780763644345ISBN 10: 076364434 Pages: 224 Publication Date: 25 August 2009 Recommended Age: From 10 years Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Out of stock  The supplier is temporarily out of stock of this item. It will be ordered for you on backorder and shipped when it becomes available. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationJohn Burningham (1936-2019) was one of the world’s most recognized and beloved illustrators. His work has received countless awards, including a Boston Globe–Horn Book honor for It’s a Secret! and two Kate Greenaway Medals. Over his fifty-year career, John Burningham wrote and illustrated more than thirty picture books, including Picnic, Motor Miles, and Mouse House. He and his wife, Helen Oxenbury, had three children. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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