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David McKee (1935 - 2022) was the creator of well-known characters including King Rollo, Mr Benn and Elmer the Patchwork Elephant, which is now published in more than 60 languages and has its own successful global merchandise programme. David was born in Devon and went to Plymouth Art College, where he had a traditional training. On leaving college he drew regularly for Punch, Reader’s Digest, and The Times Educational Supplement. His drawings were influenced especially by Saul Steinberg and Andre Francois. In 2020, David won the British Book Awards Illustrator of the Year Award and BookTrust’s Lifetime Achievement Award.The illustrations...are superb as one would expect from McKee.
- Elizabeth Schlenther, Books for Keeps
David McKee's books always provide food for thought - a past master at matching a simple text with vivid illustrations.
- Madeline Wheatley, armadillomagazine.com
David McKee uses different perspectives in brilliantly imaginative ways to tell this moving and entertaining story
- Julia Eccleshare, Lovereading
Another colourful and quirky character with a clear moral message within a fun and interesting story.
- Rebecca Carter, The School Librarian
Longlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal 2011
The CILIP Kate Greenaway Children's Book Award