(2) K-3 Illustrated by Brett Helquist. This picture-book biography paints the Spanish surrealist artist as an imaginative, quirky person right from the start. As a child, he dreams of being a king and wears his king costume to school, puzzling others, but "Salvador was just being himself." This refrain repeats throughout the book with slight variations, each time with the words displayed on an appropriately flamboyant banner. His complicated personality and role in the adult art world are challenging to convey to children, but Guglielmo makes a good attempt at highlighting some of Dalí's odder moments ("He gave a speech inside a deep-sea diving suit") in an objective way. Helquist's oil paintings incorporate reproductions of famous pieces of art, which are all named at the back, and he includes a variety of skin tones in the other adults depicted (usually with disapproving expressions on their faces). He also shows many of Dalí's more amusing-to-children inventions, such as a lobster phone or a hat in the shape of a shoe. An author's note gives more information on Dalí's life, and the selected bibliography includes other children's books about the artist for readers whose interest has been piqued.

Reviewer: Susan Dove Lempke | Horn Book Magazine Issue: May, 2021

(2) YA Illustrated by Andrew Rae. Each volume explores a groundbreaking artist via text, reproductions, and graphic novel–like illustrations. No harsh truths (i.e., drugs, free love, hard drinking) are glossed over, making the series more appropriate for high school readers; the engaging text and design also make them accessible to struggling readers with an interest in art. Originally published in England, these editions are still peppered with Briticisms. Bib. Review covers these titles: This is Dalí, This is Pollock, and This is Warhol.

Reviewer: Lolly Robinson | Horn Book Magazine Issue: September, 2014

(4) YA Art Encounters series. In this series, artists' processes are illumined through conversations with fictional protégés. This entry offers a twist, as Dali's possible madness is underscored by discussions with Jinx, an imagined character from an alternate (Daliesque) reality. The trope blurs real and surreal boundaries for readers in an attempt to mimic Dali's painting style, to mixed--sometimes very confusing--effect. Reading list, timeline, websites.

Reviewer: Paula M. Cairo

(3) YA Great Hispanic Heritage series. These biographies of two of Spain's most famous artists are notable for the way McNeese incorporates information about the artists, thinkers, and movements of the twentieth century that influenced Dali and Picasso, in addition to describing their own lasting influence. Black-and-white and color photos plus some color reproductions (better in Picasso) whet the appetite for more visuals. Reading list, timeline, websites. Bib., ind. Review covers these Great Hispanic Heritage titles: Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dali.

Reviewer: Melinda Greenblatt

(2) YA This respectful and thorough biography of the legendary artist examines Dalí's impressionist beginnings and eventual conversion to surrealism; also discussed are his forays into the worlds of film, fashion, and literature. Scattered throughout are beautiful color reproductions and quotes by Dalí; sidebars devoted to artists, cultural icons, historical events, and social movements; and suggested activities. Resources. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Nell Beram | Horn Book Magazine Issue: January, 2004