Harry Reade (1927-1998) was an eccentric who lived a colorful and creative life full of passion and havoc. His belief in the communist ideals saw him living and working in Cuba and the communist Russia of the 1960s. A journalist, a comedian, film director, cartoonist, animation artist, photographer, play writer, he also happened to author and illustrate a few wonderful picture books. Here you’ll find some lesser known details about Harry Reade and see the books he created.
This is a true story of how two sets of original children’s book illustrations were saved from a rubbish dump in St. Petersburg, Russia; and through some curious twists of […]
From Russia with love, Harry Reade’s illustrations find a home Read More »
Harry Reade’s (1927-1988) life experiences were unconventional, his personally eccentric (click here to read more about his colourful life). He expressed his attitudes and ideas through satirical cartooning, political illustration
“How Many Ropes on a Boat?” the last known picture book by Harry Reade Read More »
Published by the National Library of Australia (1984) this is one of the few known picture books created by Harry Reade. Delightfully illustrated, its message is that of tolerance and
“Whitefellers are Like Traffic Lights” humour and harmony from Harry Reade Read More »
Harry Reade (1927-1998) was a multi-faceted character. An ardent Australian communist who was a journalist, a seaman, a truck driver, kangaroo shooter, fisherman, political activist, comedian, film director, cartoonist, animation
Harry Reade: Australian author, illustrator and so much more Read More »