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A read copy that remains in clean condition.
Sheldon Allan "Shel" Silverstein was a children's book author, poet, cartoonist, screenwriter, and singer-songwriter. Born in 1930, he grew up in Chicago and attended the University of Illinois, from which he was expelled. Silverstein later attended Chicago Academy of Fine Arts and Roosevelt University for three years until he was drafted into the U.S. Army. Having begun drawing cartoons as a child, his cartoons were published in Pacific Stars & Stripes while he served in Japan and Korea. Returning to Chicago, he sold hot dogs at ballparks while creating and selling his cartoons. Playboy sent him traveling around the world beginning in 1957 to create an illustrated travel journal. He published his cartoons in several collections. Silverstein's editor encouraged him to write children's poetry, and many of his first such works appeared in Playboy. As a songwriter, Silverstein has written many successful songs, including the Grammy-Award-winning "A Boy Named Sue" recorded by Johnny Cash. Silverstein's first children's book was published in 1963, but The Giving Tree was the book that made his reputation. His illustrated poetry collections, Where the Sidewalk Ends and The Light in the Attic, were also critical successes and bestsellers. Silverstein died in 1999.
Sold in "Very Good" condition yet pages are filled with crayon and marker Not pleased at all Will probably return Shame because I love Shel Silverstein
I loved Shel Silverstein has a kid and so did my best friend so for her sons sixth birthday we both thought it would be an exciting present. Her son was super pumped for a new book they could read at bedtime, I hope he ends up enjoying the silly poems as much as my friend and I had. Arrived in fantastic condition.
I loved this book when I was a kid.. so I bought it for my 8 yr old son and he loves it too !
What can I say, except my 10 year old fifth-grader who does not like to read much at all, enjoys reading this book of poems before going to bed each night. I am so grateful he enjoys reading them. I have read some of them outloud to him and they are funny, they ryhme and they have great imagination. If you have a child of any age, I recommend this book to expose him/her to the creative art of poetry and just because they're fun!
I have read this book so many times I can't even count, and it never seems to get old. This book is full of great poems written by a great poet. I have read every one of his books and they all are wonderful. I recommend this book to anyone at any age who enjoys a poetry.
It opens a gate in your heart and leads you to a place where you belong.Shel speaks to little kids with pure innocence and perfect children insights whereas big kids like you and me can find our long lost dreams and enjoy the sense of humor the author delivers.His words are like lyrics for life.His drawings are full of imaginations.It's a lovely combination that touches your heart and heal your souls.All in all, it's a refreshing stream running across urban city and modern life.I believe every time after reading it, you'll want to embrace the book and give a kiss on its cover like I do.
Published by Ashly Moore SheldonSeptember 25, 2020
Award-winning writer, artist, and musician Shel Silverstein was born ninety years ago today! The multitalented Renaissance man passed away when he was only 68, but he accomplished so much, creating a veritable treasure trove of poetry, art, stories, and music in his lifetime.
