The Wonderful Farm" (1951). Not long after, he added writing to his talents and greatly emphasized on inserting his own emotional attributes into stories. At first, he found it a challenge to have his works published, however that changed after he secured a place in literature's history with "Where the Wild Things Are". For this, he earned the prestigious Caldecott Medal in 1964. He drew controversy with "In the Night Kitchen" (1970) which resulted in censorship due to child nudity. He made his mark on television, as several of his books have been made into TV-movie adaptations. In addition, he was the creator of the "Seven Little Monsters" series. Among his other works include "The Nutshell Library" (1976) and "We Are All in the Dumps with Jack and Guy" (1993). He died of complications from a stroke.
The Wonderful Farm" (1951). Not long after, he added writing to his talents and greatly emphasized on inserting his own emotional attributes into stories. At first, he found it a challenge to have his works published, however that changed after he secured a place in literature's history with "Where the Wild Things Are". For this, he earned the prestigious Caldecott Medal in 1964. He drew controversy with "In the Night Kitchen" (1970) which resulted in censorship due to child nudity. He made his mark on television, as several of his books have been made into TV-movie adaptations. In addition, he was the creator of the "Seven Little Monsters" series. Among his other works include "The Nutshell Library" (1976) and "We Are All in the Dumps with Jack and Guy" (1993). He died of complications from a stroke.
Bio by: C.S.
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