Marc Brown
Children's author and illustrator of Arthur
Born
November 25th, 1946
78 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An author and illustrator created the popular children's book series featuring Arthur Read, an anthropomorphic aardvark. The character first appeared in the book 'Arthur's Nose' in 1976 and has since become a central figure in children's literature. The series was adapted into an animated television show, which aired for 25 seasons, solidifying the character's place in children's media. The storylines often address issues of family, friendship, and growing up, resonating with a wide audience. In addition to the Arthur series, authored several other books that emphasize themes of kindness and understanding.
Created the Arthur book series
Illustrated over 30 Arthur books
Produced the Arthur animated series
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