Wanda Gag: The Story Of An Artist

Much of Wanda Gag's fame came from her books for children, but before she began to write she had won recognition as an American printmaker of the first rank.  Fortunately for children everywhere her talent was twofold, and when she turned to writing for young paople, her literary style proved to be as delightful as her pictorial art was distinctive.

The eldest of seven children, Wanda Gag had opportunity aplenty to develop her gifts as a storyteller, and within the Gag family circle it was as natural to draw as to talk.  The later years, after it became necessary for Wanda Gag to provide for the family, will offer young readers an inspiring story of a talented girl who accepted heavy responsibilities but kept a fast hold on her ideals and ultimately achieved success on her own terms.