Three generations have grown up with Dick Bruna's work. What is it that makes his work so powerful and beloved? The authors of this book summarize it this way: "And with that we get to the core: the gong of Matisse, the punch of Cassandre and the humanity of Bruna." Award-winning writer and illustrator Bruce Ingman takes an international look at the life and work of Dick Bruna. Ingman is also Head of the Masters in Children's Book Illustration at Goldsmiths, University of London. Ramona Reihill has worked for many years as a children's book editor, including for the English publisher of the miffy books. Together they wrote a book in which all facets of Dick Bruna's life and work are discussed. Using unique material from Bruna's private archive, it sheds new light on a life entirely devoted to art, from his acclaimed designs for posters and book covers to his beloved creation Miffy. Dimensions: 25.3 x 19.1 cm ISBN: 9789056478438 Language: Dutch