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Crockett Johnson

Crockett Johnson (20 October 1906 – 11 July 1975) was an American cartoonist and children's book illustrator (pseudonym). Best-known works include Barnaby and Harold and the Purple Crayon. Honours include Kiddo Leespluim.

The Bookish Elf has reviewed 1 book by Crockett Johnson, mostly children's literature and graphic novel, published by HarperCollins, first published in 1955.

Born 20 October 1906, New York CityFrom United States
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Harold and the Purple Crayon cover
Harold and the Purple Crayon1955 · ★ 4.5
GenresChildren's Literature 1Graphic Novel 1PublishersHarperCollins

Awards & honours

1 recorded

Literary prizes

Kiddo Leespluim 2001

Harold

1 book · reading orderSeries page →
Harold and the Purple Crayon cover
#1Harold and the Purple Crayon1955 · ★ 4.5

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What order should I read Crockett Johnson's books in?

Harold: Harold and the Purple Crayon.

How many Crockett Johnson books has The Bookish Elf reviewed?

We have reviewed 1 book by Crockett Johnson: Harold and the Purple Crayon.

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