The whole world smells viciously of dogs, cats, snails

With "Findefuchs" and "Es klopft bei Wanja in der Nacht", Reinhard Michl has illustrated stories that have become classics of children's literature. Both books are characterised by a great affinity with nature and the animal world, which Reinhard Michl captures realistically and with a distinct sense of mood. His cats, dogs, foxes or bears are not cute cuddly animals, but free beings living in romantic landscapes. Often the full moon shines over a pond or river, willows stand on the banks. Autumn and winter are more popular seasons than spring and summer, longing and melancholy run through many pictures.

On the occasion of his 75th birthday, the International Youth Library is showing a cross-section of his abundant life's work from 50 years: Originals of his well-known children's book classics, sketches, free works and illustrated envelopes.

Last edited on 23.08.2024