Quote of the day
In England, the profession of the law is that which seems to hold out the strongest attraction to talent, from the circumstance, that in it ability, coupled with exertion, even though unaided by patronage, cannot fail of obtaining reward.
Dick King-Smith
Born: March 27, 1922
Died: January 4, 2011 (aged 88)
Bio: Ronald Gordon King-Smith Hon.MEd was a prolific English writer of children's books, primarily using the pen name Dick King-Smith. He is best known for The Sheep-Pig, or Babe the Gallant Pig in the US.
Known for:
- The Sheep-Pig (1983)
- The Fox Busters (1978)
- The Hodgeheg (1987)
- Martin's Mice (1988)
- Lady Lollipop (2000)