I Am a Bunny - (Little Golden Book) by Ole Risom (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Originally published in different form by Golden Press in 1963."

Book Synopsis

NATIONAL BESTSELLER - A beautifully illustrated classic following a charming bunny as he navigates the four seasons, perfect for fans of Richard Scarry's signature art style.

I am a bunny. My name is Nicholas. I live in a hollow tree.

Follow along through a whimsical adventure of the seasons with Nicholas the bunny as he tells of his favorite things to do during each time of year. In the spring, he loves to pick flowers and dance with butterflies. As summer approaches, he enjoys lying in the sun and blowing dandelions into the wind. In the autumn, he watches as animals prepare for the coming winter. And when winter arrives, he curls up in his hollow tree, dreaming of springtime again!

Complete with simple sentences, and captivating artwork, this stunning story, written by Ole Risom and illustrated by the one and only Richard Scarry, is a treasured classic that highlights the unique qualities and beauty of each season.

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About the Author

OLE RISOM (1920-2000) was one of the most influential publishers of mass-market books for children. He was vice president and art director of Golden Books at Western Publishing Company from 1952-1972, and then vice president and associate publisher of the juvenile division of Random House from 1972-1990. He worked closely with his good friend Richard Scarry over the years at both houses. He also worked with Dr. Seuss, Jim Henson, Stan and Jan Berenstain, Leo Lionni, Laurent de Brunhoff, Charles M. Schulz, and Marc Brown.

RICHARD SCARRY (1919-1994) is one of the world's best-loved children's book authors ever! No other illustrator has shown such a lively interest in the words and concepts of early childhood. After a stint in the army, Scarry showed his portfolio to one of the original editors at Golden Books in 1948. There he found the perfect home for his children's books. In the extraordinary career that followed, Scarry illustrated well over 100 books, many of which have never been out of print.