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Synopsis
A true classic with a timeless message, "The Story of Ferdinand" has enchanted readers since it was first published in 1936. This new edition contains the complete original text of the story and the original illustrations with watercolor tones added. Full color.
About the Author
Wilbur Monroe Leaf���(aka���Munro Leaf) (1905-1976) is an American author of children's literature who wrote and illustrated many books during his long career. His books were illustrated by a number of famous artists, including ���Ludwig Bemelmans,���Robert Lawson, and Theodor Seuss Geisel (Dr. Seuss). He is best known for���The Story of Ferdinand (1936). Robert Lawson (1892-1957) received his art training at the New York School of Fine and Applied Arts. His favorite medium, pen and ink, is used expressively and with detail in his black and white illustrations in���The Story of Ferdinand (by Munro Leaf). In addition to illustrating many children's books, including���Mr. Popper's Penguins, Robert Lawson also wrote and illustrated a number of his own books for children. In 1940, he was awarded the Caldecott Medal for his picture book illustrations in���They Were Strong and Good���and in 1944, he was awarded the Newbery Medal for his middle grade novel���Rabbit Hill.