Age Level: Adult
Format: Book
Did you know Charlotte from Charlotte’s Web was inspired by a real spider?
Sims tells the story behind the children’s classic, chronicling the life of White up through the publication of the novel. From an early age, White always felt he related better to animals than to human. Shy and suffering from anxiety, White loved nature and enjoyed being with animals and learning about the world around him. White’s favorite authors, such as Don Marquis, depicted animals and insects with human characteristics. As Sims demonstrates, White uses these influences, along with his love of nature and the spider web discovery, to create the story of Charlotte and Wilbur.
Anyone who enjoyed Charlotte’s Web should take a look at this book, as well as those who enjoy reading about children’s literature. Sims does an amazing job telling White’s story, from early childhood through his experience at The New Yorker, to his beloved farm in Maine and his publication successes. I like reading “behind-the-scenes” books, and this book proved to be a delightful look at E.B. White and Charlotte’s Web. Sims’ research brings to life White and his inspirations.
I think it may be time to read Charlotte’s Web again...
Reviewed by Jessica
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