The gorgeous, Caldecott Honor-winning tale of a very clever fish by beloved picture book creator Leo Lionni .
Leo Lionni died in October of 1999 at his home in Tuscany, Italy, at the age of 89..
He received the 1984 American Institute of Graphic Arts Gold Medal and was a four-time Caldecott Honor Winner--for Inch by Inch, Frederick, Swimmy , and Alexander and the Wind-Up Mouse .
About author(s): Leo Lionni wrote and illustrated more than 40 highly acclaimed children\'s books.
To celebrate Swimmy\'s fiftieth anniversary, we are issuing a handsome special edition hardcover that includes a bonus poster.
Winner of the 1964 Caldecott Honor, this beloved tale of a brave little fish has been a favorite to generations of readers.
Swimmy shows his friends how--with ingenuity and team work--they can overcome any danger. until Swimmy comes along. . .
Their watery world is full of wonders, but there is also danger, and the little fish are afraid to come out of hiding .
Deep in the sea lives a happy school of fish.
The gorgeous, Caldecott Honor-winning tale of a very clever fish by beloved picture book creator Leo Lionni