An inspiring picture book biography of legendary leader in
entertainment, Walt Disney, by the critically-acclaimed author of the
Big Words series.
Walt Disney's name is synonymous with family entertainment. Mickey
Mouse, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Bambi, Disneyland, and
numerous other creations have inspired generations of children the world
over. From his childhood in rural Missouri to his legendary stature as a
film and television icon, Walt governed his life with imagination,
ingenuity, and scrupulous attention to detail. Faced with both public
failures and massive success, he revolutionized the art form of
animation, always seeking innovative solutions, cutting edge technology,
and new ways of storytelling. Devoted to perfection, Walt was not always
easy to work with, but no one can deny his profound talent and impact.
Charting Walt's progression from farm boy to actor to artist, animator,
director, and entertainment celebrity, Walt's own words are presented
and contextualized within Doreen Rappaport's signature compelling prose.
Illustrated with vivid authenticity by animator/painter John Pomeroy,
this stunning entry in the award-winning Big Words series reveals a man
of deep and varied passions with a constantly evolving vision, and a
storyteller above all.