1940s: Print Culture

Curious George

Curious George, the mischievous monkey who goes on all sorts of adventures, began delighting children's book readers in 1941. Created by a husband-and-wife team of animal lovers, George was often accompanied on his escapades by his faithful friend, the man in the yellow hat. His adventures have sold more than twenty million copies worldwide and inspired a line of toys, clothes, and greeting cards.

Hans Augusto (H. A.) Rey (1898–1977) was a talented German illustrator who spent many days visiting the local zoo as child. His wife Margaret (1908–1996), also an animal lover, was a writer. Together they ran a.....

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