How the Grinch Stole Christmas! by Dr, Seuss

This is a classic tale that if you haven't read the book, then surely, like me, you were exposed to the story through the classic cartoon, or perhaps through the Ron Howard film. If you have not read or seen any of these, then get yourself to a bookstore right away! The classic story is basically just what the title suggests, it's all about how the Grinch steals Christmas! Of course he does so by imitating the great Santa Claus (or Santy Claus as he is referred to in the book) and breaking into every house in the Who Village and stealing all of their Christmas items. To the Grinch's dismay, he did not succeed in stealing Christmas at all because every Who was still merry and in the Christmas spirit despite having all their stuff taken away. This, of course, moves the Grinch and he returns all of their stuff and everyone lives happily ever after. Once again Seuss displays his mastering of pen and ink with ease and skill. One thing that I found especially amusing was the expressions on the Grinch's dog Max, whom served as the Grinch's only reindeer. This is arguably Seuss' greatest work, and for good reason. The man was not just a master storyteller but a fantastic, and in my opinion underappreciated, artist. Every illustration has life and vigor, and is worthy of recognition. I can only hope that one day I, as an artist, can achieve even a fraction of the excitement and life, in my own work, that Seuss does in his.