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Jean de Brunhoff

Jean de Brunhoff

FrenchDecember 9, 1899 – July 16, 1937Children's Literature

Jean de Brunhoff was the French creator of Babar the Elephant, one of the most iconic characters in children's literature. His large-format picture books introduced a new artistic approach to storytelling for young children.

Works

  • The Story of BabarChildren's picture book about an elephant becoming king in the African jungle→
  • The Travels of BabarBabar embarks on adventures and travels to distant lands with new elephant friends→
  • Babar the KingBabar establishes himself as king and expands his kingdom with wisdom and leadership→
  • Babar and His ChildrenBabar's family grows as he and his queen raise children and build their kingdom→
  • Babar and Father ChristmasBabar and his family celebrate Christmas and Father Christmas's visit to their kingdom→

Related

Laurent de Brunhoff·Beatrix Potter·Tomi Ungerer
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