Sparky : the life and art of Charles Schulz

As the artist behind the beloved __Peanuts__ comic strip for more than 50 years, Charles Schulz—arguably the most famous cartoonist in the world—created a colorful cast of characters that continues to bring humor and comfort to millions of readers. In this distinctively designed yet highly accessible book, renowned children's biographer Beverly Gherman traces both the life events that shaped Schulz's art and the various ways in which art influenced his life in return. Acclaimed by artists ranging from Andrew Wyeth to Mo Willems, the artistic elements of Schulz's work are brought to life in a colorful layout and thoroughly explored in an enchanting text that will draw in even the most reluctant readers. As the artist behind the beloved Peanuts comic strip for more than 50 years, Charles Schulz—arguably the most famous cartoonist in the world—created a colorful cast of characters that continues to bring humor and comfort to millions of readers. In this distinctively designed yet highly accessible book, renowned children's biographer Beverly Gherman traces both the life events that shaped Schulz's art and the various ways in which art influenced his life in return. Acclaimed by artists ranging from Andrew Wyeth to Mo Willems, the artistic elements of Schulz's work are brought to life in a colorful layout and thoroughly explored in an enchanting text that will draw in even the most reluctant readers. Always drawing Winning and losing "Do you like to draw"? Becoming a man Getting down to work Losing the red-haired girl Growing Peanuts They like me! Ice skating in sunny California Staring out the window Drawing on the wall. A biography that is easily accessible to children, and packed with the art and cartoons of the beloved creator of Snoopy and Charlie Brown. Here is a look at the life and influences of Charles Schulz, creator of the beloved comic strip Peanuts Looks at the life and influences of Charles Schulz, creator of the beloved comic strip "Peanuts."