Open the covers and take a peek at this fascinating, beautiful, and definitive account of the life of esteemed artist Helen Oxenbury. Filled with insights that span Helen Oxenbury's life — from her early childhood through a career in children's books that started in the 1960s and is still going strong today — here is an exquisitely designed and thoroughly entertaining celebration of one of the finest illustrators of our time.
This unique book features an interview with Oxenbury herself, beautiful photographs of both her childhood and her current home and work space, and of course, sumptuous illustrations by the artist herself. Written by acclaimed author Leonard S. Marcus, Helen Oxenbury: A Life in Illustration is a keepsake that is sure to engage and delight everyone from scholars to art aficionados, as well as the many fans who have grown up with Helen Oxenbury's enchanting books.
Recommended Age | Adults |
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Author | Leonard S. Marcus, Helen Oxenbury |
ISBN | 0763692581 |
Publication Date | Apr 9, 2019 |
Publisher | Candlewick |
Language | English |