Ludwig Bemelmans Writer

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.

Personal facts

Birth date	April 27, 1898
Birth place	Austria-Hungary , Merano
Date of death	October 01, 1962
Place of death	New York City
Resting place	Arlington National Cemetery
Spouse	Madeleine Bemelmans
Children	Barbara Bemelmans