Ludwig Bemelmans
Author of Madeline books (1898-1962) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Ludwig Bemelmans (April 27, 1898 – October 1, 1962[1]) was an Austrian-American writer and illustrator of children's books and adult novels. He is known best for the Madeline picture books. Six were published, the first in 1939.[2]
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Ludwig Bemelmans | |
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Born | (1898-04-27)April 27, 1898 Meran, South Tyrol, Austria-Hungary (now Italy) |
Died | October 1, 1962(1962-10-01) (aged 64) New York City, United States |
Resting place | Arlington National Cemetery |
Occupation | Writer, illustrator |
Nationality | Austrian |
Citizenship | Austria-Hungary United States (from 1918) |
Genre | Children's picture books |
Notable works | Madeline series (1939–1999) |
Notable awards | Caldecott Medal 1954 |
Spouse | Madeleine Bemelmans |
Children | Barbara Bemelmans |
Relatives | John Bemelmans Marciano (grandson) |
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