He created the character and pictures for the first book in the Frances series by Russell Hoban (HarperCollins) and the first books in the Miss Bianca series by Margery Sharp (Little, Brown).
In addition to illustrating works by White and Wilder, he also illustrated George Selden's The Cricket in Times Square and its sequels (Farrar Straus Giroux). Williams worked as a portrait sculptor, art director, and magazine artist before doing his first book Stuart Little, thus beginning a long and lustrous career illustrating some of the best known children's books. He founded an art school near London and served with the British Red Cross Civilian Defense during World War II. He was born in 1912 in New York City but raised in England. White, Bedtime for Frances by Russell Hoban, and the Little House series by Laura Ingalls Wilder. Garth Williams is the renowned illustrator of almost one hundred books for children, including the beloved Stuart Little by E.
White's Charlotte's Web and Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House series. The book includes illustrations by Garth Williams, the acclaimed illustrator of E. It does not take Armand very long to realize that he must do whatever it takes to get them a real home.Ĭhildren will treasure this warm and funny adventure of family, freedom, and Santa Claus. Although he has no interest in children, Armand soon finds himself caring for the small family. Then one day just before Christmas, Armand returns to his favorite spot beneath the bridge to find three cold and hungry children. With simple pleasures and no cares, what more could he need? He is happy with his carefree existence, begging and doing odd jobs to keep himself warm and fed. This classic middle grade novel is a welcome and meaningful read, especially at Christmastime.Īrmand, an old man living on the streets of Paris, relishes his solitary life in the beautiful city. The heartwarming and memorable Newbery Honor-winning book about finding family in the unlikeliest places, featuring artwork by beloved illustrator Garth Williams. Reading Level: 4.7 Interest Level: Middle Grades Point Value: 3.0 Physical Information: 0.3" H x 5.2" W x 7.6" (0.20 lbs) 128 pagesįeatures: Ikids, Illustrated, Price on ProductĪwards: Newbery Medal, Honor Book, Children's, 1959
Juvenile Fiction | Family - Alternative Family Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Homelessness & Poverty A charming and memorable story."-"Booklist." WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! Click here for our low price guaranteeīinding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & EditionsĪnnotation: "Old Armand, a Parisian hobo, enjoyed his solitary, carefree life (until he) found that three homeless children and their working mother had claimed his shelter under the bridge. Contributor(s): Carlson, Natalie Savage (Author), Williams, Garth (Illustrator)
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