Carl described these children’s classics as the “Book of Hope”, which has sold more than 50 million copies around the world.

Eric Carle is a well-known author and illustrator, famous for his children’s classic “The Very Hungry Caterpillar”, according to a statement from his publisher that he died at the age of 91.

The book was first published in 1969. There is a caterpillar in the book. In a week, he eats through a variety of foods and finally turns into a beautiful butterfly.

With its unique artistic works and sophisticated educational concepts, the book has sold more than 50 million copies worldwide and has been translated into more than 60 languages.

The publisher Penguin Kids wrote in a statement: “We miss the very hungry caterpillar and many other popular classics, the author and illustrator Eric Carle, who passed away on May 23. “On Twitter.

The Washington Post reported that the author died on Sunday at his home in Northampton, Massachusetts.

“When asked why he thinks the “hungry caterpillar” has been popular for a long time, Carl said: “I think this is a promising book. Children need hope. You, the insignificant caterpillar, can grow into a beautiful butterfly and fly to the world with your talents. “His statement on the official Instagram account said.

It added: “Thank you Eric Carle for sharing your talent with so many generations of young readers.”

What sets us apart is that Eric Carle, the author and illustrator of “The Hungry Caterpillar” and many beloved classics, died on May 23 at the age of 91.

Thank you for sharing your talents with generations of young readers. #RememberingEricCarle pic.twitter.com/wc3srDQr5m

-Penguin Kids (@penguinkids) May 26, 2021

Works that pay tribute to the author flooded social media, including the rich and famous.

“Eric Carle is dead, but he left us with unforgettable hungry caterpillars, brown bears, brown bears, books I read to my children and now grandchildren,” actress Mia · Mia Farrow tweeted. “Being with my family is full of love, and I would like to express my gratitude to Mr. Carl.”

Carl has published more than 70 works. Among them are brown bears, brown bears, what do you see, Georgian ladybug and dad, please take the moon for me and other colorful artworks.

In addition to his work as a children’s writer, Carl is also a well-known artist and designer.

At the age of 87, he set out to create a series of cardboard and abstract collages made of recyclable materials, depicting angels, and dedicated these to the artist Paul Klee.

A painting and a poem were posted on Carl’s website to pay tribute to the author:

Under the moonlight

Keep a good star,

Rainbow painter

Now crossing the night sky