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Title Statement | Becoming Dr. Seuss: Theodor Geisel and the making of an American imagination / [largetype] : Brian Jay Jones. |
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Series | Thorndike Press large print nonfiction series |
Author | Jones, Brian Jay |
Publication | Waterville, Maine: Thorndike Press,2019. |
Edition | Large print edition. |
Extent of Item | 795 pages |
ISBN | 1432867865 9781432867867 |
Other Number | 3679268 |
Bibliography | Includes bibliographical references and Internet addresses. |
Summary | "The definitive, fascinating, all-reaching biography of Dr. Seuss. Dr. Seuss is a classic American icon. His work has defined our childhoods and the childhoods of our own children. More than twenty-five years after his death, his books continue to find new readers, now grossing over half a billion dollars in sales. His whimsical illustrations and silly, simple rhymes are timeless favorites because, quite simply, he makes us laugh. Theodor Geisel, however, led a life that goes much deeper than the prolific and beloved children's book author. In fact, the allure and fascination of Dr. Seuss begins with this second, more radical side. He had a successful career as a political cartoonist, and his political leanings can be felt throughout his books--remember the environmentalist of The Lorax? Geisel was a complicated man, who introduced generations to the wonders of reading while teaching young people about empathy and how to treat others well"--Provided by publisher. |
Subjects & Genres | |
By Topic | Authors, American--Biography--20th century |
Illustrators--Biography--United States | |
Children's literature--Authorship | |
Large type books | |
By Name | Seuss |