Sparky [electronic resource] : The Life and Art of Charles Schulz
Gherman, Beverly2013
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As the artist behind the beloved Peanuts comic strip for more than 50 years, Charles Schulz—arguably the most famous cartoonist in the world—created a colorful cast of characters that continues to bring humor and comfort to millions of readers. In this distinctively designed yet highly accessible book, renowned children's biographer Beverly Gherman traces both the life events that shaped Schulz's art and the various ways in which art influenced his life in return. Acclaimed by artists ranging from Andrew Wyeth to Mo Willems, the artistic elements of Schulz's work are brought to life in a colorful layout and thoroughly explored in an enchanting text that will draw in even the most reluctant readers.
Main title:
Sparky [electronic resource] : The Life and Art of Charles Schulz / Beverly Gherman
Author:
Gherman, Beverly, Author
Imprint:
[Place of publication not identified] : Chronicle Books LLC, 2013
Collation:
1 online resource (1 text file)
Audience:
Reading grade level: 5-6
Biography/History:
Beverly Gherman has written biographies about authors, dancers, presidents, scientists and, of course, artists. Her engaging child-accessible style has won her many fans and many awards, including a California Library Beatty Award, a Booklist Editor's Choice, an SCBWI Golden Kite Honor, a Smithsonian Notable Book, and an Oppenheimer Toy Portfolio Gold Award. Beverly lives in San Francisco.
ISBN:
9781452133980
Language:
English
BRN:
2308697