The Art of Alice and Martin Provensen

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This monograph celebrates the midcentury illustration team of Alice and Martin Provensen, who created over 40 beloved children's books across seven decades, many recognized on the New York Times Best Illustrated Books lists. Their works, including early favorites for Golden Books like The Color Kittens (1949) and the Caldecott-winning The Glorious Flight: Across the Channel with Louis Bleriot (1983), have inspired generations of young readers. The volume features beautifully reproduced original paintings from classics such as A Child's Garden of Verses (1951), The Iliad and the Odyssey (1959), and Myths and Legends (1960), alongside hundreds of well-known illustrations and previously unseen paintings, drawings, and exquisite sketchbooks from their travels. An interview with their daughter, Karen Provensen Mitchell, offers insights into their life and career, complemented by personal photographs, quotes, and memorabilia. An introduction by children's literature historian Leonard S. Marcus highlights the Provensens' significant impact, while a personal essay by family friend Robert Gottlieb shares cherished memories. Their vibrant artwork remains a treasure trove, influencing children, designers, illustrators, historians, and all who love classic children's literature.