Author Description

<p>Full-colour monograph examining the life and work of the beloved artist and author Leo Politi, whose paintings, illustrations and sculptures vividly articulate the multi-ethnic identity of Los Angeles. Trained as a fine artist in Italy, Politi worked as a street artist on L.A.'s famed Olvera Street, achieved national attention with his 20 children's books and a coveted Caldecott Medal. Politi's artwork is showcased in this extraordinary volume.</p>