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Maurice Bernard Sendak ( / ˈsɛndæk /; June 10, 1928 – May 8, 2012) was an American author and illustrator of children's books. He became most widely known for his book Where the Wild Things Are, first published in 1963. [2] . Born to Polish-Jewish parents, his childhood was affected by the death of many of his family members during the Holocaust.
Discover the enchanting world of Maurice Sendak! Immerse yourself in timeless classics and explore his illustrious career and award-winning illustrations.
Jun 6, 2024 · Maurice Sendak (born June 10, 1928, Brooklyn, New York, U.S.—died May 8, 2012, Danbury, Connecticut) was an American artist and writer best known for his illustrated children’s books. Sendak was the son of Polish immigrants and received his formal art training at the Art Students League of New York.
Maurice Sendak remains the most honored children’s book artist in history. He was the recipient of the 1964 Caldecott Medal, the 1970 Hans Christian Andersen Award, the 1983 Laura Ingalls Wilder Award, and the 2003 Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award.
Presto and Zesto in Limboland by Arthur Yorinks and Maurice Sendak (HarperCollins, 2018) Please consider purchasing these and other books from your local independent bookstore. A complete list of books written and illustrated by Maurice Sendak.
Apr 2, 2014 · Maurice Sendak is a Caldecott award-winning children's book author and illustrator best known for his book Where the Wild Things Are. Updated: Aug 28, 2019. (1928-2012)...
Get to know Maurice Sendak, one of the world's most beloved authors and illustrators, and discover his timeless stories.
