(charles monroe)

Collects autobiographical articles, book introductions, lectures, and other pieces of writing that examine the life and "Peanuts" comic strip of Charles Schulz.

"Charles (otherwise known as Sparky) Schulz always loved drawing from the time he was a young child, and as he grew older, he turned this passion into a . . . successful career. His early doodles of a shy boy and of his mischievous dog inspired two of his most familiar and beloved characters, Charlie Brown and Snoopy. Here's the story about the Peanuts gang and Charles's life that's sure to excite those who love the classic cartoon series"--Provided by publisher.

Text and illustrations look at the history of Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the rest of the Peanuts gang.

Collects all the "Peanuts" comic strips published from 1950 to 1952 in newspapers, including both daily and Sunday strips.

Offers information about the comic strip and every member of the Peanuts Gang, including Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and Lucy.

"A mixed-panel format picture book biography of Charles 'Sparky' Schulz, creator of the . . . comic strip Peanuts"--Provided by publisher.

"A story about Peanuts creator Charles Schulz and his childhood dog, Spike, who inspired the character of Snoopy"--Provided by publisher.

Traces the life events that shaped Charles Schulz's art and the various ways in which art influenced his life in return.

Looks at the life of Charles M. Schulz, creator of the "Peanuts" comics and characters.

This entertaining biography tells the story of a shy, awkward teenager who went on to create some of the most beloved and iconic characters in modern history.