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Summary: Lets Go To A Circus
Review: Bill Peet is about a boy that is a poor student. All he really wants to do is play with his friends. As he gets older, he starts to think about want he wants to be when he grows up. He first thinks about being a football player. If Bill Peet finds out that a circus is in town he goes there and draws the animals and the people that are in it. Bill Peet auditioned at Walt Disney by having to draw the Seven Dwarfs. Walt Disney liked Bill's drawings so the company hired him. Later on, Walt Disney asked Bill to illustrated Alice in Wonderland, and The Jungle Book. I like this book because Bill Peet tells you his story from when he was a little boy until adulthood. I recommend this book because, if you are becoming a young author, this is a good example to follow.
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Summary: Picture Perfect
Review: Bill Peet is awesome! I love his story and his illustrations are fantastic. I couldn't stop reading because I was so into it. Not bad for an AR book at school!
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Summary: So many books so little time
Review: Bill Pete An Autobiography This is a story about a boy who went to his grandfather's farm. His name is Bill Pete. Bill Peet was a kid who was interested in adventure. In his free time he would draw a lot. He usually drew animals and sometimes he combined animals like camels and giraffes. One day he went to his grandfather's and learns the ways of discipline. I recommend this book to 8 year olds and up. He was so good he got a job at Disney Studios. He made Alice in wonderland ,Peter Pan and many others. Read this book in your free time.
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Summary: A Must-Read!
Review: I found this book a phenomenal read. Bill Peet not only speaks of his life with warmth and a gentle sense of humor, but with touches of reality as well -- which reminds us that he is very human. His struggles as an artist and his relationship with the legendary Walt Disney are fascinating to learn about. I highly recommend this book for everyone - children and adults alike.
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Summary: The Life of An Author/Illustrator
Review: It is a good book, scratch that, it is a great book. The title is plain and boring, but that is the not content. This book is influential to readers of all ages. It is about a man who has completed drawing since a boy. Mr. Peet is an inspiring storyteller with an encouraging story. The way he tells stories about his childhood with similes, metaphors and analogies are just incredible. It is acted out like a play. His experience leads to working with legendary Walt Disney, king of fairy-tales, wizard of animation, is descriptive and colorful.
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Summary: I sat and read it cover to cover
Review: The autobiography of Bill Peet is not a deep delving look into the soul of the man. It is, however, an entertaining and informative (and self-illustrated) collection of memories, thoughts, and events from the life of one of the men who was instrumental to the current success of the Disney Corp. Bill Peet tells of his boyhood, his constant doodling and drawing, and how he joined Disney during the depression as a finish cartoonist. Peet's imagination and drive to express his ideas led him to become one of the people Disney relied on to create and deliver the kind of animated work that now have masterpiece status. His name is found on many of Disney's successful animation features (e.g., Peter Pan, Sword in the Stone, Fox and the Hound, etc.). Peet eventually left Disney and went on to find success as an author and illustrator. If you are like me, you will enjoy reading his candid comments about life and making a living as an artist, and about his association with and perspectives of Walt Disney, the man. Bill Peet's books are favorites of the children at our house. This is a delightful read. Give it a try! I'm glad I did. 5 stars. Alan Holyoak
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Summary: I sat and read it cover to cover
Review: The autobiography of Bill Peet is not a deep delving look into the soul of the man. It is, however, an entertaining and informative (and self-illustrated) collection of memories, thoughts, and events from the life of one of the men who was instrumental to the current success of the Disney Corp. Bill Peet tells of his boyhood, his constant doodling and drawing, and how he joined Disney during the depression as a finish cartoonist. Peet's imagination and drive to express his ideas led him to become one of the people Disney relied on to create and deliver the kind of animated work that now have masterpiece status. His name is found on many of Disney's successful animation features (e.g., Peter Pan, Sword in the Stone, Fox and the Hound, etc.). Peet eventually left Disney and went on to find success as an author and illustrator. If you are like me, you will enjoy reading his candid comments about life and making a living as an artist, and about his association with and perspectives of Walt Disney, the man. Bill Peet's books are favorites of the children at our house. This is a delightful read. Give it a try! I'm glad I did. 5 stars. Alan Holyoak
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Summary: Bill Peet sketches his way to a bright career.
Review: The cartoon-like drawings and corresponding text found in this book bring to life Bill Peet's childhood and aspiring career as an artist/illustrator. He does a wonderful of realistically portraying teenage and collegiate years, complete with aspirations of becoming Charles Atlas himself. Much detail is put into the development of Peet's career in and out of Disney Studios and his relationship with Walt Disney. Whether you agree with Peet on Walt's true character is up to you! The book concludes with a look ahead to Peet's eventual success with children's books and a list of those he has produced. It is well worth reading and is especially good non-fiction for upper elementary or middle school age students. Parents who are currently looking to provide a role model that is hardworking and seemingly ethical will also love this selection.
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Summary: Mesmirizing and candid story of a talented artist.
Review: This is a great autobiography. I loved Bill Peet's work as a youngster and instantly recognized it. Felt like reading about an old friend. His artistry throughout the book made the story come alive. He writes in a very engaging, easy way for young folks to understand and enjoy as well as the older set. I appreciated his candid telling of the Disney years. He certainly did not sugar-coat any of his struggles. An interesting story about a unique life and a fine talent that I love even more now.
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Summary: Wonderful for all ages, super book, what a life.....
Review: This is a wonderful book for anyone from one to 92.
Both of my sons love it. My son is buying it for his school Library as a donation.
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