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.
Trina Schart Hyman
Born: April 8, 1939
Died: November 19, 2004 (aged 65)
Bio: Trina Schart Hyman was an American illustrator of children's books. She illustrated over 150 books, including fairy tales and Arthurian legends. She won the 1985 Caldecott Medal for U.S.
Known for:
- Saint George and the Dragon (1984)
- Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins (1989)
- How six found Christmas (1969)
- Little Red Riding Hood (1983)
- Self-Portrait: Trina Schart Hyman (1981)