(Artie and the Princess was first published in 1945. This ...)
Artie and the Princess was first published in 1945. This charming story about a little dragon and a princess named Pandy is lavishly illustrated with delicate ink drawings and fine watercolor washes by the author, Marjorie Torrey, a Caldecott Medal winner. Torrey, a popular writer and illustrator in the middle of the 20th century, illustrated her last book in 1957 and then disappeared from public view. Her books have faded into obscurity over the years, but as you will discover when you open this book, her beautiful artwork, humorous characterization and gentle message of kindness and self-confidence remain relevant. Now, more than ever, the sweetness of this little book will resonate with readers of all ages.
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She also wrote two mystery novels for adults under the name Torrey Chanslor. She was a runner-up for the annual American Library Association Caldecott Medal for children"s picture book illustration, in both 1946 and 1947. Opal Wheeler wrote both books, Sing Mother Goose and Sing in Praise). see 3rd external resource.
He renewed copyright to several of her books in the 1970s and she published a book or two and drawings under name of Torrey Bevans.
(Artie and the Princess was first published in 1945. This ...)
(Delightfully illustrated story. Published 1947 by Grosset...)
