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Sheldon Allan Silverstein

Sheldon Allan Silverstein

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Birth: 1930-09-25 , Chicago
Death: 1999-05-10 , Key West
Shel Silverstein was an American poet, illustrator, cartoonist, songwriter, and author. He is best known for his whimsical and often profound children's books and poems, which frequently explore themes of childhood, imagination, and the human condition with a unique blend of humor and gentle wisdom. His work resonates with readers of all ages for its simplicity, sincerity, and underlying philosophical insights.
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Well, my daddy left home when I was three, And didn’t leave much to Ma and me, Just this old guitar and an empty bottle of booze. Now I don’t blame him because he run and hid, But the meanest thing he ever did was Before he left, he went and named me Sue.

 

A Boy Named Sue [1969]

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