Wanda Gág
1893–1946
Introduction
Wanda Hazel Gág ( GAHG; March 11, 1893 – June 27, 1946) was an American artist, author, translator, and illustrator. She is best known for writing and illustrating the children's book Millions of Cats, the oldest American picture book still in print. Gág was also a noted print-maker, receiving international recognition and awards. Growing Pains, a book of excerpts from the diaries of her teen and young adult years, received widespread critical acclaim. Two of her books were awarded Newbery Honors and two received Caldecott Honors. The New York Public Library included Millions of Cats on its 2013 list of 100 Great Children's Books.
Wikidata identifier
Q1012900
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Introduction
American artist best known for her 1928 children's book, "Millions of Cats."
Country of birth
United States
Roles
Artist, illustrator, painter
ULAN identifier
500107586
Names
Wanda Gág, Wanda Hazel Gag, Wanda Hazel Gág
Information from the Getty Research Institute's Union List of Artist Names ® (ULAN), made available under the ODC Attribution License. Accessed May 12, 2025.
