Madeline author ludwig bemelmans
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Madeline
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Madeline (book)
1939 children's book by Ludwig Bemelmans
Madeline is a 1939 book written and illustrated by Ludwig Bemelmans, the first in the book series of six, later expanded by the author's grandson to 17, which inspired the Madeline media franchise. Inspired by the life experiences of its author/illustrator, the book is considered one of the major classics of children's literature through the age range of 3 to 8 years old.[1][2] The book is known for its rhyme scheme and colorful images of Paris, with an appeal to both children and adults.
Background
[edit]Madeline was inspired by the experiences of its Austrian-American author and illustrator Ludwig Bemelmans.[3] Bemelmans spent his first years raised in a hotel in Austria, a dull setting in which he was known for causing trouble.[4] His bold traits contrasting with his post-World War I setting is seen depicted through Madeline's daring personality being surrounded by order.[4] Bemelmans was sent to a private school, but after a disciplinary incident was sent to America where he joined the U.S. Army.[4] He took his inspiration from the war and began drawing cartoons of people around his hotel business, which marked the beginning of his interest in
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The Strange Story Behind the Creation of Madeline
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