![]() ![]() ![]() "I drew because I needed to," she said, "as well as for the sheer joy of it." She created iconic, exquisite illustrations for more than 150 books. ![]() She insisted that drawing was her reason for being. From the age of four she knew that she would become an illustrator. Trina Schart Hyman (1939 - 2004) received one Caldecott Medal and three Caldecott Honors during her distinguished career. Newly designed endpapers, foil stamped cover, and debossed case reminiscent of the original cloth cover makes this a treasured gift to share. Jason Chin shares a heartfelt tribute to his mentor, Trina Schart Hyman, and her artistic legacy. Since then, this Caldecott Honor book has become one of the best-loved editions of the tale, delighting generations with its wonderfully alive paintings. When it was first published 40 years ago, Trina Schart Hyman’s retelling of Little Red Riding Hood created a sensation for its cozily detailed, romantic, and mysterious illustrations of one of childhood’s most popular stories. Open it up and drink it in.” -Jason Chin, illustrator of Caldecott-winning book Watercress “Everything in this book is vital and alive. Featuring a new foreword by Caldecott Medalist Jason Chin, this beloved fairytale is now available in a handsomely produced 40th anniversary edition. ![]()
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