“so that it isn't upsetting to anybody. It's something we've always known about fairy tales – they talk about incest, the Oedipus complex, about psychotic mothers, like those of Snow White and Hansel and Gretel, who throw their children out. They tell things about life which children know instinctively, and the pleasure and relief lie in finding these things expressed in language that children can live with. You can't eradicate these feelings – they exist and they're a great source of creative inspiration.”
Quote by Maurice Sendak
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Maurice Sendak
Maurice Sendak, born on June 10, 1928, was a renowned American illustrator. His works are known for their unique style and profound themes, with his most famous book being 'Where the Wild Things Are'. Sendak's work is beloved by children and appreciated by adults alike, and has had a profound impact on children's literature. more
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