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Classic children's books are such For reasons very clear. Their plots or pictures are unique And beautifully cohere. The Sendak stories, which, to some, Are really quite bizarre, Have always brought us pleasure, E.g. "Where the Wild Things Are." It's new to Henry yet it drew Him deep inside the tale, A feat that Maurice Sendak books Do always, without fail. So Max and all the Wild Things, Which my grandson liked a lot, Now will join his favorites in a place Where supper's always hot.

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Date: 7/30/2018 1:17:00 AM
Guess what, Ilene....I had never heard of Maurice Sendak prior to reading your poem, and now I have spent the last 45mins looking up info about him and his work as an artist, illustrator and writer. I'm very much impressed, and will this morning contact the village library to tip them off about his books. Best regards // paul
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Ilene Bauer
Date: 7/31/2018 5:44:00 PM
hey paul! i am so glad i introduced you to the work of maurice sendak. he's always been a favorite of mine and my kids (and now grandkids) also love his strange but mesmerizing stories. i'm delighted that you actually looked him up! thank you!

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