Martin Rowson facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Martin Rowson
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Martin Rowson at a BCA event in May 2018
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| Nationality | British |
| Known for | Political cartoons |
Martin Rowson (born February 15, 1959) is a British cartoonist and writer. He draws pictures that share his opinions. He is known for his political cartoons. These drawings often make fun of politicians and important events. He calls his work 'visual journalism' because it's like news through pictures.
You can often see his cartoons in newspapers like The Guardian and the Daily Mirror. He also draws for other magazines and newspapers. He is the head of the British Cartoonists' Association, a group for cartoonists.
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Early Life and Education
Martin Rowson was adopted when he was a child. He went to a school called Merchant Taylors' School, Northwood in London. After that, he studied English Literature at Pembroke College, Cambridge.
His Work as a Cartoonist and Writer
Martin Rowson has created many interesting books. Some of his books are graphic adaptations. This means they are like comic books that tell a story. He made graphic versions of famous books like The Waste Land and Tristram Shandy.
In 2006, he published a novel called Snatches. This book is a funny trip through history. It focuses on some of the worst decisions people have ever made. His next novel, Stuff, came out in 2007. It tells parts of his own life story and his family's history.
He also drew original cartoons for a movie. These drawings were used in the opening of the film Pride and Prejudice and Zombies.
In 2008, he wrote a book called The Dog Allusion. This book shares his thoughts on religion and pets. He believes that religion is not very useful, much like keeping pets. The title of his book is a playful nod to another famous book called The God Delusion.
In 2014, a book called 'The Coalition Book' was published. It contains many of his cartoons. It also has his written thoughts about the four years of the coalition government. He is a supporter of groups like the National Secular Society and Humanists UK. These groups promote reason and human values.
Awards and Special Roles
Martin Rowson was named 'Cartoonist Laureate' of London. This happened when Ken Livingstone was the Mayor. His cartoons were featured in the Mayor's newsletter, The Londoner.
In 2006, he received an honorary degree from the University of Westminster. This was for his work in journalism. Later, in 2014, he was given an honorary fellowship by Goldsmiths, University of London.
In 2013, Martin Rowson became a trustee for a charity. This charity is called People's Trust for Endangered Species (PTES). It works to protect wildlife.
Personal Life
Martin Rowson is married and has two children. He is also a supporter and trustee of the Zoological Society of London (ZSL). He helped save London Zoo from closing in 1991. Since then, he has served on its governing council many times.
