The world lost a literary giant this past week when Maurice
Sendak passed away at age 83. Many of
the headlines read “Children’s Book Author Sendak Dies,” but Sendak was an
author for everyone.
My own favorite among
his works is Outside Over There, which in turn inspired Jim Henson to
create the movie Labyrinth, but I
have to say that the closing lines of Wild Things linger, where Max comes home
to his supper and “it was still hot” are among the most satisfying in
literature.
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| Bumble-Ardy is his last published book. |
I recommend this link to the Fresh Air tribute which
included excerpts from a number of interviews with Mr. Sendak.
Which are your favorite Sendak books?
Which are your favorite Sendak books?
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