Taschen Publishes Children's Book on Great Artists by Laurence Anholt
Taschen has released 'Small Stories of Great Artists', a new anthology for children by British illustrator Laurence Anholt. The book presents eight biographical stories of famous artists from the perspective of children who knew them, blending historical facts with fictional elements. Featured artists include Frida Kahlo, Leonardo da Vinci, Vincent van Gogh, Pablo Picasso, Marc Chagall, Edgar Degas, and Paul Cézanne. Anholt is known for his illustrated biographies, such as 'Cézanne and the Apple Boy' (2009). The anthology aims to introduce young readers to art history and foster creativity, emphasizing values like perseverance and self-esteem.
Key facts
- Taschen published 'Small Stories of Great Artists' for children.
- The book is written and illustrated by Laurence Anholt.
- It contains eight biographical stories of famous artists.
- Stories are told from the perspective of children who knew the artists.
- Artists include Frida Kahlo, Leonardo da Vinci, Vincent van Gogh, Pablo Picasso, Marc Chagall, Edgar Degas, and Paul Cézanne.
- Anholt previously authored 'Cézanne and the Apple Boy' in 2009.
- The book blends historical sources with fictional elements.
- It aims to promote creativity and values like perseverance and self-esteem.
Entities
Artists
- Frida Kahlo
- Leonardo da Vinci
- Vincent van Gogh
- Pablo Picasso
- Marc Chagall
- Edgar Degas
- Paul Cézanne
- Laurence Anholt
Institutions
- Taschen