Robert McCloskey
Robert McCloskey's books were written in the 1940's and 50's. At that time a lot of color in illustrations made a book very expensive. His books are drawn with strong lines and shading of the same color. Sometimes black, sometimes blue. His entire book Blueberries For Sal looks like it was illustrated with blueberry juice.
His books are famous around the world.
This sculpture by Nancy Schon is dedicated to Mr. McCloskey and his book Make Way For Ducklings. Another set just like it was given to the children in Russia as a gift of friendship.
If you would like to know more about ducks and preserving their habitat visit Puddler.
Mr. McCloskey and his family often spent summers on a small island off the coast of Maine. Much of the scenery in his books looks like the New England area. If you were going to write a book about your area, what would the scenery look like?
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