William Kurelek
CanadianMemoirPicture BookChildren's Bookb. 1927 — d. 1977
William Kurelek (1927–1977) was a prominent Canadian artist and writer known for his detailed, narrative paintings that often explored his Ukrainian-Canadian heritage, his childhood on the Canadian prairies, his struggles with mental illness, and his devout Roman Catholic faith. He was also a prolific illustrator and author of children's books, many of which have become Canadian classics.
Awards
["Amelia Frances Howard-Gibbon Illustrator's Award", "New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book Award", 'Order of Canada']
Notable Works
["A Prairie Boy's Winter", "A Prairie Boy's Summer", 'Someone With Me', 'The Maze', 'The Passion of Christ']
