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About Gene Zion

Born on October 5, in 1913, Gene Zion attended the New School of Social Research and the Pratt Institute. In 1948, he married artist Margaret Bloy Graham, who then collaborated with him on all his picture books. When their marriage ended in 1968, Zion also ended his career as an author. Zion is best known for his creation of the rascally dog, Harry, who appears in such books as HARRY THE DIRTY DOG and HARRY BY THE SEA. He died in 1975.

Recent updates about Gene Zion

National Storytelling Week

Listening to a story and the rhythm of the words can be a great way to engage small children. Why not try Harry By The Sea by Gene Zion from Red Fox

7 days ago

National Storytelling Week

Listening to a story and the rhythm of the words can be a great way to engage small children. Why not try Harry and the Guinea Pig by Gene Zion from Puffin

7 days ago

National Storytelling Week

Listening to a story and the rhythm of the words can be a great way to engage small children. Why not try Harry and the Guinea Pig by Gene Zion from Penguin Random House Children's UK

7 days ago

Bubble Bath Day

Bath books can be so much fun, and what better way to entertain little kids to get them clean! Harry The Dirty Dog by Gene Zion from Red Fox

27 days ago

National Tell A Story Day

Stories is so much fun, why not sit down and read Harry and the Guinea Pig by Gene Zion from Puffin

3 months ago

National Tell A Story Day

Stories is so much fun, why not sit down and read Harry and the Guinea Pig by Gene Zion from Penguin Random House Children's UK

3 months ago

World Animal Day

Amazing wildlife!!! Harry and the Guinea Pig by Gene Zion. Published by Penguin Random House Children's UK.

4 months ago

World Animal Day

What's your favourite animal? Harry and the Guinea Pig is full of them! By Gene Zion, published by Puffin

4 months ago

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