Erwin Moser facts for kids

Erwin Moser was an amazing Austrian author and illustrator. He created many wonderful books for children and young adults. He was born in Duisburg, Germany on January 23, 1954. Sadly, he passed away on October 12, 2017.

Erwin Moser is especially famous for his popular book series called Manuel & Didi. He also drew all the pictures for these books himself. His stories often featured animals and magical adventures. This made them loved by kids all over the world.

Erwin Moser's Special Stories

Erwin Moser wrote and drew more than 100 books. His stories often took readers on exciting journeys. They featured brave mice, clever ravens, and friendly bears. He had a special way of making everyday things seem magical.

The World of Manuel & Didi

His most famous books are about two friends, Manuel the mouse and Didi. Their adventures are told in a special way called text comics. This means the story is told with both words and pictures, almost like a comic book.

• Manuel & Didi – The Bear's Treasure (1986)
• Manuel & Didi – The Treehouse (1987)
• Manuel & Didi – The Flying Hat (1987)
• Manuel & Didi – The Big Mushroom (1987)
• Manuel & Didi – The Snowman (1987)

These books show how Manuel and Didi explore their world. They solve problems and learn about friendship. Many kids love these stories because they are full of fun and imagination.

Other Popular Characters

Besides Manuel and Didi, Erwin Moser created many other memorable characters. These included brave animals and curious creatures.

• Alfons the Raven: This book won an award for its wonderful story.
• Winzig, the Elephant: A series about a tiny elephant's big adventures.
• Koko with the Magic Umbrella: Stories about a special character and his magical item.

His books often taught gentle lessons about life. They showed the importance of kindness, courage, and imagination.

Awards and Special Recognition

Erwin Moser received many awards for his amazing work. These awards showed how much people appreciated his stories and drawings.

• 1987 Owl Prize: He won this award for his book Der Rabe im Schnee (The Raven in the Snow). This prize recognized his talent in creating engaging children's literature.
• 1992 Rattenfänger-Literaturpreis: This award, also known as the Pied Piper Literature Prize, was given to him for Der Rabe Alfons (Alfons the Raven). It is a very important award in Germany for children's books.
• 2013 Goldene Verdienstzeichen des Landes Wien: This is a special award from the city of Vienna, Austria. It recognized his great contributions to culture and literature.

These awards highlight Erwin Moser's lasting impact. His stories continue to bring joy to young readers.

Literature by and about Erwin Moser in the German National Library catalogue