Munro Leaf Series
December 4, 1905 – December 21, 1976
Munro Leaf, an author and illustrator celebrated for dozens of children's books, is most enduringly recognized for Ferdinand, the bull who eschewed the arena's aggression for the simple pleasure of smelling flowers. Written in under an hour, this singular work ignited controversy, facing accusations of political satire during a tumultuous era. While some regimes banned or even burned the book, its message resonated globally, finding favor with influential figures and charming children across continents. The tale's universal appeal has led to its translation into over sixty languages, cementing its status as a beloved classic.





