Joanna C. Galdone is the author of many children's books, including
The Tailypo: A Ghost Story, and the daughter of acclaimed author
and illustrator Paul Galdone.
Paul Galdone was born in Budapest, Hungary, in 1907 and emigrated
to the United States in 1928. After finishing his studies at the
Art Student League and the New York School of Industrial Design,
Mr. Galdone worked in the art department of a major publishing
house. He illustrated almost three hundred books, many of which he
himself wrote. The winner of two Caldecott Honors, Mr. Galdone is
fondly remembered for his lively style, bright earthy humor, and
action-filled illustrations, which will continue to delight for
generations to come. www.paulgaldone.com
"This Philippine tale is told in a direct style which effectively allows Paul Galdone's illustrations to convey the emotional strife between the two characters." NATE-Language Arts --
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