The Boy Who Bit Picasso - Hardcover

Penrose, Antony

4.08

168 ratings by Goodreads

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0810997282 ISBN 13: 9780810997288

Publisher: Harry N Abrams Inc, 2011

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Tony was a boy with a special friend--a world-famous artist by the name of Pablo Picasso. Tony and his parents entertained Picasso at their home in England, and they went to visit Picasso and his family in France, too. Tony, when a child, really did bite Picasso. And Picasso bit him back!

Filled with information about Picasso and his art, this book offers readers a rare glimpse into Picasso's personal life and features more than sixty-five illustrations, including artworks by Picasso, photographs by Lee Miller, and specially commissioned drawings by contemporary children.

Grown-up Tony, the son of photographer Lee Miller and painter-writer Sir Roland Penrose, shares his childhood memories of his remarkable playmate in this one-of-a-kind story.

Praise for The Boy Who Bit Picasso
."A sparkling illustrated memoir. It is a wonderfully engaging glimpse of the creative life, as viewed from child-height". -Wall Street Journal

"It's a fascinating and highly personal vision of the artist." -Publishers Weekly

"This intimate, child's-eye view serves up a winning glimpse of the artist's personality and unparalleled creative breadth." -Kirkus Reviews

"In this delightful volume, the author recounts growing up with Pablo Picasso as a family friend. Appropriate for the topic, the book is a work of art in itself, featuring brightly colored pages and stunning black-and-white photos." -School Library Journal

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Review:

'An inspirational mini-memoir for children' --Harper's Bazaar

'Just lovely'
--Western Morning News

'This charismatic little children's book serves as a super beginning point to introduce a youngster to Picasso .... stimulating and creative' --The American

'A rare glimpse into the personality of one of the most famous artists of the 20th century... fantastic' --British Museum Friends Magazine

'Handsome ... teachers who are involved with the creative side of the curriculum will appreciate it, that's for sure' --School Librarian

'Sweet ... casually introduces children to cubism and surrealism with bright, easy energy and enthusiasm. An unusual and original book for young children' --Easy Living

'Wonderful illustrations, quirky typography and a vibrant yellow cover contribute to this joyous and optimistic book. A must for children of all ages, whether grey haired or still of the biting variety'
--The Art Newspaper

'The mutual admiration that the boy and the famous artist shared shines out from every page of Anthony's book, with the photographs evoking a truly touching intimacy'
--Junior

'A charming and fascinating child's-eye view of Picasso'
--V&A Magazine

'Reveals a side to the 20th century's most famous artist that you won't have seen before, and that's what makes it so special' --RPS Journal

About the Author:

Antony Penrose grew up surrounded by important artists and writers of the twentieth century. Today he runs Farley Farm House, his parents' former home in southern England, which houses works by surrealist and modern artists and is open to the public. He is the author of an adult book about his mother, Lee Miller. He lives in East Sussex, England.

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