Harold Berson facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Harold Berson
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| Born | November 23, 1926 New York, New York, United States |
| Died | February, 1986 (aged 59) New York, New York, United States |
| Occupation | Writer, illustrator |
| Language | English |
| Nationality | American |
| Citizenship | United States |
| Education | B.A. Sociology, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), 1953 |
| Genre | Folk tales |
| Subject | North Africa, Middle East, Europe |
| Years active | 1956 - 1983 |
| Spouse | Paula Berson (née Winter) |
Harold Berson (born November 23, 1926 – died February 1986) was an American artist and writer. He was best known for creating children's books. He often wrote and illustrated his own stories.
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Discovering Harold Berson's Life
Early Years and Learning
Harold Berson was born in New York City. He spent his childhood growing up in Los Angeles, California. Later, he went to the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). He earned a degree in Sociology there in 1953.
After college, Berson decided to study art. He traveled all the way to Paris, France, to learn more about drawing and painting. This experience helped him become the talented illustrator he was.
A Career in Children's Books
Harold Berson began his career illustrating books in the late 1950s. He mainly used brush and ink, along with watercolors, to create his pictures. His art style was perfect for the stories he told.
He loved to travel with his wife, Paula Winter Berson, who was also an artist. They explored many places like Turkey, North Africa, and different parts of Europe. These travels gave him ideas for his books.
Berson often retold traditional folk tales from these regions. He would illustrate these stories himself. This made his books unique and special.
In 1973, Berson shared his love for his work. He said, "I love illustrating." He explained that he mostly used pen or brush and ink. He also used watercolor to add color to his drawings.
Working with Other Authors
Harold Berson also worked with many other writers. One important person he collaborated with was Barbara K. Walker. She was an expert in Turkish stories. She even helped create a special collection of Turkish tales at Texas Tech University.
Berson illustrated several of Barbara K. Walker's books, including:
- Watermelons, Walnuts, and the Wisdom of Allah, and Other Tales of the Hoca (1967)
- Pigs and Pirates: a Greek Tale (1969)
- New Patches for Old (1975)
His work helped bring these wonderful folk tales to life for young readers.
