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The worlds of Tomie dePaola : the art and stories of the legendary artist and author / by Barbara Elleman.

By: Material type: TextTextPublisher: New York : Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, 2021Edition: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers hardcover editionDescription: 202 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 30 cmContent type:
  • text
  • still image
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9781534412262 (hardcover : alk. paper)
  • 1534412263 (hardcover : alk. paper)
Uniform titles:
  • Tomie dePaola
Subject(s): Genre/Form:
Contents:
Introduction -- A tribute to Tomie by Trina Schart Hyman -- A life -- Autobiographical tales -- Strega Nona -- Folktales -- Religious and spiritual themes -- Christmas stories ; Writing is like cooking -- Mother Goose and other collections -- Informational books -- Story making: patterns, visual themes, and motifs ; "Tomie, where do you get your ideas?" -- Publishing history -- Creating the book -- DePaola's non-book art ; A visit from an old professor.
Summary: "Barbara Elleman's exploration of Tomie dePaola's career takes a fascinating look at the many worlds dePaola has brought to life through his work: from autobiographical memories to folktales, religious stories, nursery rhymes, and more--including, of course, the inventive world of his most famous character, Strega Nona. Originally published in 1999 and filled with evocative artwork, captivating photographs, and heartwarming anecdotes, this comprehensive book has been updated to cover two new decades of dePaola's creativity. Elleman's thoughtful narrative brings a fresh appreciation to the work of a unique author-illustrator, one who is a true legend of children's literature and a source of lasting joy for generations of readers, young and old." -- inside front jacket flap.Summary: Updated to incorporate the final decades of dePaola's career, an anecdotal portrait explores the biographical elements in the Hans Christian Andersen Award-winning artist's folktale and nursery-rhyme interpretations as well as the inventive world of his famed character, Strega Nona.
Holdings
Item type Home library Collection Call number Materials specified Status Date due Barcode Item holds
Adult Book Adult Book Main Library Biography DEPAOLA, T. E45 Available 33111010525968
Total holds: 0

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Barbara Elleman's insightful biography on Tomie dePaola captures the essence of the beloved author-illustrator through engaging stories, childhood photos, countless illustrations, and thoughtful analysis of decades of celebrated books.

Tomie dePaola is one of the best-known and most beloved creators of books for children. His art and his stories, which are filled with imagination, humor, grace, and curiosity, represent a love of life that is reflected in everything he does.

Barbara Elleman's exploration of Tomie dePaola's career takes a fascinating look at the many worlds dePaola has brought to life through his work: from autobiographical memories to folktales, religious stories, nursery rhymes, and more--including, of course, the inventive world of his most famous character, Strega Nona. Originally published in 1999 and filled with evocative artwork, captivating photographs, and heartwarming anecdotes, this comprehensive book has been updated to cover two new decades of dePaola's creativity. Elleman's thoughtful narrative brings a fresh appreciation to the work of a unique author-illustrator, one who is a true legend of children's literature and a source of lasting joy for generations of readers, young and old.

"Previously published in 1999 as Tomie dePaola: his art and his stories."--Title page verso.

"Barbara Elleman's exploration of Tomie dePaola's career takes a fascinating look at the many worlds dePaola has brought to life through his work: from autobiographical memories to folktales, religious stories, nursery rhymes, and more--including, of course, the inventive world of his most famous character, Strega Nona. Originally published in 1999 and filled with evocative artwork, captivating photographs, and heartwarming anecdotes, this comprehensive book has been updated to cover two new decades of dePaola's creativity. Elleman's thoughtful narrative brings a fresh appreciation to the work of a unique author-illustrator, one who is a true legend of children's literature and a source of lasting joy for generations of readers, young and old." -- inside front jacket flap.

Updated to incorporate the final decades of dePaola's career, an anecdotal portrait explores the biographical elements in the Hans Christian Andersen Award-winning artist's folktale and nursery-rhyme interpretations as well as the inventive world of his famed character, Strega Nona.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 185-191) and index.

Introduction -- A tribute to Tomie by Trina Schart Hyman -- A life -- Autobiographical tales -- Strega Nona -- Folktales -- Religious and spiritual themes -- Christmas stories ; Writing is like cooking -- Mother Goose and other collections -- Informational books -- Story making: patterns, visual themes, and motifs ; "Tomie, where do you get your ideas?" -- Publishing history -- Creating the book -- DePaola's non-book art ; A visit from an old professor.

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