Quackenbush, Robert, 1929-

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American children's author/illustrator, born in Hollywood, California in 1929. Quackenbush is well-known for his mystery series and humorous biographies. He has written/illustrated over 100 of his own books and illustrated more than sixty for other authors.

From the description of Papers [part 3], 1965-1991. (University of Southern Mississippi, Regional Campus). WorldCat record id: 27047390

From the description of Papers [part 2], 1965-1991. (University of Southern Mississippi, Regional Campus). WorldCat record id: 27047332

From the description of Papers [part 4], 1965-1991. (University of Southern Mississippi, Regional Campus). WorldCat record id: 27047443

From the description of Papers [part 5], 1965-1991. (University of Southern Mississippi, Regional Campus). WorldCat record id: 27047482

Robert Quackenbush was born July 23, 1929, in Hollywood, CA. Shortly after his birth the family moved to Phoenix, AZ. He is known for his many mystery books for young readers. In addition to his mysteries, Quackenbush has also written and illustrated many other children's books, including a series of humorous biographies of famous people. Quackenbush's artwork is as much appreciated as are his writings. He has illustrated his own books and many by other authors as well. His artwork ranges from water colors to oil paintings, and from pen-and-ink drawings to woodcuts. Over the years, Quackenbush has traveled the world speaking at schools and various events about his books. Biographical Source: Something About the Author, Vol. 133, p. 153-159

From the guide to the Robert Quackenbush Collection, 1969-1978, (University of Minnesota Libraries Children's Literature Research Collections [clrc])

Robert Quackenbush was born July 23, 1929, in Hollywood, CA. Shortly after his birth the family moved to Phoenix, AZ. He is known for his many mystery books for young readers. In addition to his mysteries, Quackenbush has also written and illustrated many other children's books, including a series of humorous biographies of famous people. Quackenbush's artwork is as much appreciated as are his writings. He has illustrated his own books and many by other authors as well. His artwork ranges from water colors to oil paintings, and from pen-and-ink drawings to woodcuts. Over the years, Quackenbush has traveled the world speaking at schools and various events about his books. Biographical Source: Something About the Author, Vol. 133, p. 153-159.

From the description of Robert Quackenbush Collection 1969-1978. (University of Minnesota, Minneapolis). WorldCat record id: 462884487

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creatorOf Quackenbush, Robert, 1929-. Papers [part 3], 1965-1991. University of Southern Mississippi, Regional Campus, Joseph Anderson Cook Library
creatorOf Robert Quackenbush Collection, 1969-1978 University of Minnesota Libraries Children's Literature Research Collections
creatorOf Quackenbush, Robert, 1929-. Papers [part 4], 1965-1991. University of Southern Mississippi, Regional Campus, Joseph Anderson Cook Library
creatorOf Quackenbush, Robert, 1929-. Papers [part 5], 1965-1991. University of Southern Mississippi, Regional Campus, Joseph Anderson Cook Library
creatorOf Quackenbush, Robert M. Robert Quackenbush Collection 1969-1978. University of Minnesota, Minneapolis
creatorOf Clymer, Eleanor, 1906-2001. Eleanor Lowenton Clymer papers 1968-1980. University of Southern Mississippi, Regional Campus, Joseph Anderson Cook Library
creatorOf Quackenbush, Robert, 1929-. Papers [part 2], 1965-1991. University of Southern Mississippi, Regional Campus, Joseph Anderson Cook Library
referencedIn Theodore Roosevelt Collection: Books, pamphlets, periodicals, 18-- - <ongoing> Theodore Roosevelt Collection, Harvard College Library, Harvard University
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