Judith Kerr dies aged 95
Anna Judith Gertrud Helene Kerr was a German-born British writer and illustrator. She created both enduring picture books such as the Mog series and The Tiger Who Came to Tea and acclaimed novels for older children such as the semi-autobiographical When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit, which gave a child's-eye view of the Second World War. Born in the Weimar Republic, of Jewish background, she moved to Britain with her family in 1933 during the rise of the Nazis.
Kerr only started publishing books in her 40s, and never gave up working. Her work was funny, warm and often taught us something without us even realising.
"I always longed for a cat because as a refugee I couldn't have one. When Tom and I moved into our house, we acquired a rather eccentric cat called Mog. She almost never meowed, but made wonderfully expressive faces instead."
The Mog in the picture books is based on all of Kerr's cats.
Quotes :
“We’ll come back,” said Papa.
“I know,” said Anna... “But it won’t be the same - we won’t belong. Do you think we’ll ever really belong anywhere?”
“I suppose not,” said Papa. “Not the way people belong who have lived in one place all their lives. But we’ll belong a little in lots of places, and I think that may be just as good.”
― When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit
"It's not a thing you should do, i never think about telling small children what to think". (Judith Kerr)
"Sophie opened the door, and there was a big, furry, stripy tiger. The tiger said, "Excuse me, but I'm very hungry. Do you think I could have tea with you?" - The Tiger Who Came to Tea
Find her unforgettable books at www.espabooks.com
MY FIRST MOG ABC
Referencia: 9780008245504
Join everyone's favourite family pet and learn your ABC with MOG! Mog is the forgetful cat that everybody loves, and you can learn your ABC with her in this brand new book for very young readers.This delightful book is the perfect introduction to the alphabet and with its gorgeous illustrations and Mog's unique humour it's sure to remain a favourite for years to come.
MY FIRST MOG 123
Referencia: 9780008282646
Join everyone's favourite pet, and learn to count with MOG! Mog is the forgetful cat that everybody loves, and now you can learn to count with her in this brand new book for very young readers. This delightful book is the perfect introduction to counting and with its gorgeous illustrations and Mog's unique humour it's sure to remain a favourite for years to come.
KATINKA'S TAIL
Referencia: 9780008255336
The brand new picture book from the beloved and iconic Judith Kerr. This magical new book from the one and only Judith Kerr is brimming with her trademark warm humour and exquisitely imaginative artwork. Come on a wondrous journey with Katinka, a perfectly ordinary pussycat, with a not-quite-so-ordinary tail...
THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA
Referencia: 9780007215997
This classic story of Sophie and her extraordinary tea-time guest has been loved by millions of children since it was first published over 30 years ago. The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don't expect to see at the door is a big furry, stripy tiger!
WHEN HITLER STOLE PINK RABBIT
Referencia: 9780007274772
This semi-autobiographical and unforgettable story, of a Jewish family fleeing from Germany before the start of the Second World War, now reissued with its original cover illustration in this very special edition. Michael Morpurgo called When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit: "The most life-enhancing book you could ever wish to read."