Ian Beck, English children's illustrator and author
Ian Archibald Beck (born 31 July 1947 in Brighton) is an English children's illustrator and author. In addition to his numerous children's books, he is also known for his cover illustration on Elton John's Goodbye Yellow Brick Road album. More than a million copies of his books have been sold worldwide. Beck was Master of the Art Workers' Guild in 1999.
1947 Jul, 31
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India gains Independence from British rule after near 190 years of Crown rule and joins the Commonwealth of Nations. - 30 Sep
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