- 1927 (born)：Japanese picture book writer Naga Shinta (Chang Xintai – ちょうしんた, real name: Suzuki
rule, 1927–2005). He is known for his absurd and humorous picture book style. He created a large number of children’s story illustrations known as “picture books”, which earned him the reputation of “the God of Wulitou (absurdism)”.[1]Cho Shinta has won many honors including the Japan Picture Book Award and is one of the important figures in the field of Japanese children’s picture books.[2]His works are also very popular in China, the most well-known ones include: “Cabbage Brother”, “Traffic Light Winks”, “Boom Boom Meow~”, “Hug, Hug”, “Come! Fry a Pan of Elephant Eggs”, etc. - 1991 (death)Dr. Seuss (original name: Theodor Geisel – Theodor Geisel, 1904–1991), the famous American children’s literature author and illustrator, has passed away at the age of 87. He created 47 picture books that are loved by children around the world, including classics such as “The Cat in the Hat” and “Green Eggs and Ham”. His works have been translated into 20 languages and have sold over 200 million copies.[3]Dr. Seuss was awarded the Pulitzer Prize in 1984 for his outstanding contribution to children’s literature.[3].
- 2000 (death)Gabrielle Vincent (born Monique Martin, 1928–2000), a Belgian children’s picture book writer and illustrator, has died in Brussels. She was known for her heartwarming and moving “Et-Bear and Senna-Mouse” series of picture books and was an internationally influential picture book writer in European children’s literature.[4]The friendship story between Et Bear and Senna Mouse written by Vincent is well-loved by readers and was adapted into a well-received animated film.[4]This series of picture books was introduced to China in 2006, and Red Mud producedGabrielle Vincent Chinese Website, edited and created by Ajia herself. Her song “Song of a Stray Dog” (Un jour, un chien) is my favorite.
other
- 1862(Born): Leonard Leslie Brooke, British illustratorLeonard Leslie Brooke, 1862–1940), he was known for illustrating children’s books such as Andrew Long’s Children’s Songs.
- 1912(Birthdate): Ian Salariel, British children’s literature writerIan Serraillier, 1912–1994) was born. His representative work is the classic children’s novel “Silver Sword” ( The Silver Sword ).
- 1913(Birthdate): Wilson Rawls, American children’s literature writerWilson Rawls, 1913–1984), was born in 1913 and is the author of the popular coming-of-age novel “Where the Red Fern Grows ” (“Homeland of Red Fern”), “Summer of the Monkeys” (“Summer Adventure”).
- 1898(Born): Harry Bain, American writerHarry Behn, 1898–1973). After working in film script writing, he turned to children’s literature and published many poems and fairy tales.
- 1936(Born): Jim Henson, American puppeteer and producerJim Henson, 1936–1990), he created works such as “The Muppet Show” and “Sesame Street” which had a profound impact on children’s television programs (although they were not children’s books, their contribution to children’s culture was outstanding).
[1] Chang Xintai – Wikipedia
https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E9%95%B7%E6%96%B0%E5%A4%AA
[2] Shinta Chō – Wikipedia
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shinta_Ch%C5%8D
[3] Theodor Geisel Dies at 87; Wrote 47 Dr. Seuss Books : Author: His last new work, ‘Oh, the Places You’ll Go!’ has proved popular with executives as well as children. – Los Angeles Times
https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1991–09-26-mn-3873-story.html
[4] Gabrielle Vincent – Wikipedia