Dr. Seuss was a polymath, a man of many talents. He was an American author, children's author, political cartoonist, illustrator, poet, animator, screenwriter, and filmmaker. His ability to effectively use symbols to represent ideas or qualities is evident in his work, which spans more than 60 books. These books, many of which are among the most popular children's books of all time, have sold over 600 million copies and have been translated into more than 20 languages by his death.
Ted Geisel, born in 1904, took the Dr. Seuss moniker in 1927 when he began writing cartoons for Look, The Saturday Evening Post, and several other magazines.
Dr. Seuss's early work, while criticized for containing racist images, is a testament to his evolution as a person and an artist. His later works, such as The Sneetches published in 1961, demonstrate a clear shift in his values and beliefs. This book, composed of four separate stories, is a celebration of tolerance, diversity, and compromise.
Those who knew Dr. Seuss believed that if he were alive today, he would have been a leading voice in the country’s evolving dialogue about diversity and inclusion. His legacy continues to inspire us to embrace these values.
