Ludwig Bemelmans date of birth:
April 27, 1898
How old was Ludwig Bemelmans when died?
64
Where was Ludwig Bemelmans born?
Meran, Austria-Hungary (now Merano, Italy)
When did Ludwig Bemelmans die?
October 1, 1962
What is Ludwig Bemelmans nationality?
American
What is Ludwig Bemelmans's occupation?
Writer, illustrator
What genre is Ludwig Bemelmans's work?
Children's picture books
Short Biography
Ludwig Bemelmans (April 27, 1898 – October 1, 1962) was an Austria-Hungary-born American writer and illustrator of children's books and an internationally known gourmet. He is known best for the Madeline picture books. Six were published from 1939 to 1961; a seventh was discovered after his death and published posthumously in 1999.