Eric Carle is acclaimed and beloved as the creator of brilliantly illustrated and innovatively designed picture books for young children. His best-known work, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, has eaten its way into the hearts of literally millions of children all over the world. Since The Very Hungry Caterpillar was published in 1969, Eric Carle has illustrated more than seventy books, most of which he also wrote. With more than 65 million books in print in 32 languages, Eric Carle is one of the most beloved children's book illustrators, his work appeals to all age groups and his fan base spans two generations. Parents and young kids both adore his work, including teachers and librarians