Most Popular Books by Tomi Ungerer

A story of three robbers who spent their loot on a castle for sad or abandoned children.

A playful tale that emphasizes the importance of friendship

‘A highly diverting picture book about an agreeable pet boa constrictor that earns the affection and gratitude of a French village.’ —BL. ‘Children will love it.’ —H. Notable Children''s Books of 1940–1959 (ALA) 1959 Fanfare Honor List (The Horn Book) A Reading Rainbow Selection 1958 Children''s Spring Book Festival Prize (NY Herald Tribune)

The man in the moon outwits the police in several escapades on Earth with the help of his waxing and waning powers and the friendship of a 300-year-old scientist.

Originally published in 1964, Tomi Ungerer’s infamous Underground Sketchbook became a notorious aesthetic talisman among in-the-know cartoonists and fan connoisseurs, revered for its audacious visual wit and coruscating and absurdist humor, spoken about with awe among the tribe of cartooning lovers. It is the first book in which the award-winning children’s book illustrator let loose, a blast of social commentary, dada-esque observations, and existential angst. Jonathan Miller, in his introduction to the original book, described the work as “an iconography of this bewildering, centrifugal universe. Ungerer illustrates a world where things are coming apart, where the old unquestioned entities are at best provisional arrangements, loosely thrown together and never to be relied upon.” Sound familiar? Underground Sketchbook is, among other things, a relentless rage against avarice, unfettered consumerism, alienation, the exploitation of everything, the mechanization of human experience, and the public acquiescence to the worst instincts that fuel a modern economy — as timely now as it was then, if not moreso. This is as powerful a dose of visual ingenuity, moral outrage, and bemused disgust at the human comedy that you are ever likely to experience by an artist of international renown.

Picture book in which the curly shape of a snail is repeated in the drawings.

Picture book of animals and things made of shoes.

An author and illustrator describes how he and his wife moved from New York City to an isolated peninsula on Nova Scotia.

Piper Paw cannot bear being kissed by his mother all the time, and it takes some painful experiences for them to reach a mutual understanding.

Acclaimed European artist and lifelong cat lover Tomi Ungerer captures the distinct characteristics of finicky felines in 140 color illustrations. In a style reminiscent of Gary Larson''s personification of animals in "The Far Side", Ungerer shows us the secret life of cats. This treasury of comic artwork will keep fans of humor--and of Ungerer''s work--highly entertained.

Alsatian artist Tomi Ungerer has published some 150 books during the past four decades in his quest to open people''s minds and abolish bigotry of all kinds. Though best known for his imaginative children''s books, Ungerer''s fantastic (and often controversial) erotic drawings deserve equal attention. This new book is a retrospective of his erotic oeuvre, including 200 images covering all aspects of his erotic work and almost 200 previously unpublished drawings. From the very original ""he Joy of Frogs"" to his erotic flowers series (""""rare"" flowers with such names as ""Spermafloris linguifolium"" and ""Perivagina superba""), Tomi Ungerer''s work stretches the imagination and is marked by a very original style.

Eight classic picture books by the legendary author, brought together in one lavish slipcased volume This glorious treasury brings together eight iconic tales by Tomi Ungerer, featuring well-known classics (The Three Robbers, Moon Man, Otto), acclaimed recent works (Fog Island), and lost gems (Zeralda''s Ogre, Flix, The Hat, and Emile), some of which are being published for the first time in 50 years! Special features include a personal letter from Tomi, new quotes and anecdotes about each story, an exclusive interview, photos and previously unpublished materials from the making of some of his most celebrated works, such as storyboards, sketches, photographs, and images that inspired him.

A handsome black top hat changes penniless Benito Badoglio''s life.

When each of the four Mellop brothers brings home a Christmas tree, the young pigs end up spreading Christmas cheer to those who need it most.

Tomi Ungerer eviscerates the 1 percent in this series of cartoon vignettes (a proto-graphic novel) that are unfortunately as relevant now as the time they were drawn and shall remain so forever and ever. Created in the 1960s, The Party takes place in the Hamptons. It''s attended by captains of industry, tycoons, magnates, moguls, and various undistinguishable fat cats, luxuriating in their tuxedos, evening gowns, and prattling small talk. The depiction of one grotesquerie after another ― often couples ― cavorting through the haze of booze and caviar, with the occasional wanton display of sybaritically libidinal impulse. Ungerer accompanies each full-page image with a hilarious, hand-lettered caption, which provides the characters'' names and a brief deadpan description of their social standings, creating a dissonance between image and text.

Tomi Ungerer''s classic tale about a bat who learns to embrace his differences through friendship. Like all bats, Rufus sees life in black and white, until he chances upon an outdoor movie theatre and is awakened to the dazzling world of colours for the first time. Inspired and excited, Rufus paints his own wings and ventures out into the day, only to discover that his unusual appearance attracts unwelcome attention. Though he is initially rejected for his difference, Rufus soon learns to accept himself for who he is, thanks to a new friend. First published in 1961, this classic story of difference and acceptance is as relevant today. Beautifully written and illustrated by the internationally acclaimed author and illustrator, Tomi Ungerer, winner of the prestigious Hans Christian Anderson Award for children''s literature. A picture book for ages 3-6.

After discovering oil while picnicking in the country, the Mellops pig family sets up an oil drilling rig that produces more trouble than oil.

When Mr Mellops discovers a family treasure map he takes his sons on a maritime adventure. Before they know it, the Mellops are dodging a giant octopus, exploring an undersea wreck and digging for treasure. But will the Mellops find treasure of another kind? Reissued in English to inspire and delight a new generation of children.

Herr Tremolo ist begeisterter Musiker - er übt Tag und Nacht. Sein nächtliches Musizieren lässt die Kristallkugel seiner Nachbarin, einer Wahrsagerin, zerspringen. Mit einem Zauberblick verwünscht sie Tremolo. Und der Zauber tut seine Wirkung... Fantasievolle Geschichte mit unverwechselbaren, eigenwilligen Bildern von Tomi Ungerer. (Quelle: Das Buch für Dich 98/99).

Three robbers terrify the countryside until they are subdued by the charm of a little orphan girl named Tiffany.

A teddy bear tells his life story, beginning with his creation in Germany prior to World War II, and continuing through the war and on to America, where eventually he is miraculously reunited with his original owner.

A story of an octopus who decides to try living on land and how he becomes a hero.

A collection of nonsense riddles--without answers.

When Orlando finds a prospector in trouble in the Mexican desert, he summons help, contacts the man''s family, and rescues his son from bandits.

After losing a golf ball in a crevice, the Mellop family prepares to explore a mysterious underground cavern.