American writer, poet, cartoonist, songwriter, and playwright.
Wrote many children’s books, such as “The Giving Tree”.
The recipient of two Grammy Awards, as well as Golden Globe Award and Academy Award nominations.
Shel Silverstein originally wrote material for adults, appearing in magazines such as Playboy, and works about war during his time in the military.
Shel Silverstein - Wikipedia
"Dancing To Shel Silverstein" - The New York Jewish Week (2014)