A special book and CD edition of the bestselling classic Elmer
David is the creator of several well-known characters including
King Rollo and Mr Benn. His most famous creation is Elmer the
Patchwork Elephant which is now published in more than 50 languages
and has its own successful global merchandise programme.
David McKee was born in Devon and went to Plymouth Art College,
where he had a traditional training. On leaving college he drew
regularly for, among others, Punch, Reader's Digest, and The Times
Educational Supplement. His drawings were influenced especially by
Saul Steinberg and Andre Francois.
David's first picture book was one of the stories he had told at
college, Two Can Toucan, first published in 1964. David has written
and illustrated over 50 picture books for Andersen Press including
27 original Elmer stories. David lives in Arles, France.
"Unquestionably the life and soul of the party. I loved this book
from the first time I read it."
*Exepose*
"Its message of celebrating diversity and uniqueness is just as
topical today as it was when celebrated author David McKee first
created Elmer."
*Junior Magazine*
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