Toon Tellegen
Antonius Otto Hermannus (Toon) Tellegen (born 18 November 1941) is a Dutch writer, poet, and physician, known for
children's books, especially those featuring
anthropomorphised animals, particularly those about an
ant and a
squirrel. His writings are also enjoyed by adults, due to the amusing, bizarre situations that Tellegen creates, as well as their dealings with philosophical subjects.
For his lasting contribution as a children's writer, Tellegen was a finalist for the biennial, international
Hans Christian Andersen Award in 2006.
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