Fisher, Leonard Everett

Leonard Everett Fisher was born June 24, 1924 in the Bronx, New York. He studied at the Art Students League, and graduated from Yale University with a B.F.A. in 1949 and a M.F.A. in 1950. Throughout his long career, Fisher has worked as a painter, illustrator, author and educator. He began illustrating children's books in 1955; illustrating works by authors on a variety of subjects. In 1961, Fisher began writing children's and young adult books. Fisher is best known for his historical books in which he emphasizes accuracy. He has illustrated books for other authors. Mr. Fisher received the Kerlan Award in 1991.

From the guide to the Leonard Everett Fisher, 1956-1991, (University of Minnesota Libraries Children's Literature Research Collections [clrc])

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