Mordicai Gerstein
Mordicai Gerstein (1935-2019) was the author and illustrator of The Man Who Walked between the Towers , winner of the Caldecott Medal. Four of his books have been named New York Times Best Illustrated Books of the Year. As a child, Gerstein was inspired by reproductions of fine art that his mother cut out of Life magazine and by children's books from the library. "I looked at Rembrandt and Superman, Matisse and Bugs Bunny, and began to make my own pictures." After attending Chouinard Art...See more
Mordicai Gerstein (1935-2019) was the author and illustrator of The Man Who Walked between the Towers , winner of the Caldecott Medal. Four of his books have been named New York Times Best Illustrated Books of the Year. As a child, Gerstein was inspired by reproductions of fine art that his mother cut out of Life magazine and by children's books from the library. "I looked at Rembrandt and Superman, Matisse and Bugs Bunny, and began to make my own pictures." After attending Chouinard Art Institute in Los Angeles, he was hired by an animated cartoon studio where he designed characters and thought up ideas for TV commercials. See less
Mordicai Gerstein's Featured Books
Mordicai Gerstein book reviews
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What Charlie Heard
A Glorious Noise
I bought this book in 2004 for my new-born granddaughter on the strength of the recommendation of my friend and Ives scholar, the late Bob Zeidler. Through moves and the intervening few years, my ... Read More
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The Man Who Walked Between the Towers
A Masterpiece
Simply one of the best picturebooks of the last 20 years. Mordicai Gerstein has perfectly captured the mischief and playfulness that defines Philippe Petit. Mesmerizing artwork tells a fascinating ... Read More
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The Seal Mother
by Bonnie1, Aug 9, 2007
This is a true classic. Illustrations are lovely. Adult sons recall this particular book with affection (they enjoyed it as small boys), yet suitable as supplement for my college class on folk myths ... Read More
