Maurice Sendak

children's writer, illustrator, playwright
Born: 6/10/1928
Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York

Children's book writer and illustrator and playwright known for his wildly fantastic drawings and tales that convey childhood experiences. His books include Where the Wild Things Are (1963), In the Night Kitchen (1970), and Outside Over There (1981).


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