Children's book Author & Illustrator

Garth Williams

Biography

Garth Williams (1912–1996) was known for his realistic yet highly expressive animal characters. He brought to life some of the best-loved children’s books of the twentieth century, including Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House series and E. B. White’s Charlotte’s Web and Stuart Little. Williams illustrated many timeless Golden Books, including Baby Farm Animals, Mister Dog, and The Friendly Book.

Chester Cricket's Pigeon Ride
Benjamin's Treasure
Little House Sisters
A Little House Christmas Treasury
Beneath a Blue Umbrella
Harry Kitten and Tucker Mouse
Harry Cat's Pet Puppy
The First Four Years
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Chester Cricket's Pigeon Ride
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$1398
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · April 9, 2001

Chester Cricket's Pigeon Ride

By Garth Williams · With George Selden

A homesick cricket embarks on a city adventure, discovering unexpected wonders.

64 pages
3.8/5 Goodreads · 338 ratings
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Most Popular Garth Williams Books

Little House in the Big Woods

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1932

A young girl and her family live in a log cabin in the Big Woods of Wisconsin during the late 19th century.

Little House on the Prairie

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1935

A pioneer family faces unexpected challenges on the Kansas prairie.

Charlotte's Web

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1952

A pig befriends a spider who devises a plan to save his life from slaughter.

The Cricket in Times Square

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1960

A cricket's hidden talent may change the heart of New York City.

Farmer Boy

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1933

A young farmer dreams of owning a horse, facing challenges and responsibilities on a New York farm.

The Family Under the Bridge
Sale price
$858

The Family Under the Bridge

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1958

An old man's solitary life changes when he finds three children needing a home under a Paris bridge.

At a glance

Book Stats

4

Authored

30

Illustrated

12

Collaborators

Picture books

7

Chapter books

21

Board books

5

Publishing timeline

Books published each year, stacked by book type.

Book mix

The share of the catalog represented by each book type.

Complete bibliography

All Garth Williams Books

Every title in the Bookroo library, ordered from newest to oldest.

Chester Cricket's Pigeon Ride

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2001

A homesick cricket embarks on a city adventure, discovering unexpected wonders.

Benjamin's Treasure

Picture Book · Ages 3–8 · 2001

Stranded on an island with treasure, a rabbit must find his way home.

Little House Sisters

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1997

Sisters bond and adventure on the wild frontier.

A Little House Christmas Treasury

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1994

Experience Christmas on the prairie with heartwarming tales and vibrant illustrations.

Beneath a Blue Umbrella

Picture Book · Ages 3–8 · 1990

Explore whimsical poems and pictures from puppies to piglets across America.

Harry Kitten and Tucker Mouse

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1986

A cat and mouse seek a home in New York, facing unexpected challenges.

Harry Cat's Pet Puppy

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 1974

A cat and mouse seek a home for a stray puppy.

The First Four Years
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$958

The First Four Years

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 1971

A young woman navigates marriage, motherhood, and farming in the late 19th century American Midwest.

Tucker's Countryside

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 1969

A cricket's home is threatened by construction. Can city friends save it?

The Cricket in Times Square
Sale price
$858

The Cricket in Times Square

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1960

A cricket's hidden talent may change the heart of New York City.

Bedtime for Frances

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 1960

Frances battles bedtime with endless requests and imaginary creatures.

The Rescuers

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1959

A pampered mouse embarks on a perilous mission to rescue a poet from a dreadful castle.

Emmett's Pig

Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 1959

Emmett's birthday wish for a real pig leads to an unexpected surprise.

The Family Under the Bridge
Sale price
$858

The Family Under the Bridge

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1958

An old man's solitary life changes when he finds three children needing a home under a Paris bridge.

Home for a Bunny

Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 1956

A bunny searches for a home in a timeless spring adventure.

My First Counting Book

Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 1956

A counting book that features various animals and their families.

Baby's First Book

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 1955

Discover the world through a baby's eyes in this charming board book.

The Sailor Dog
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$574

The Sailor Dog

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 1953

A dog sailor's shipwreck leads to an adventurous comeback.

Baby Farm Animals

Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 1953

Discover the charming world of adorable farm animals in this timeless classic.

Charlotte's Web
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$1498

Charlotte's Web

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1952

A pig befriends a spider who devises a plan to save his life from slaughter.

La telaraña de Carlota
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$958

La telaraña de Carlota

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1952

A pig's fate hangs by a thread in a barn where friendship weaves miracles.

Baby Animals
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$574

Baby Animals

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1952

Discover the lively world of baby animals in this timeless classic.

Wait Till the Moon Is Full

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1948

A raccoon waits for the full moon to explore the night.

Little Fur Family Board Book

Board Book · Ages 0–4 · 1946

A fur child's woodland day ends with a soothing lullaby and warm embrace.

Stuart Little

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1945

A tiny mouse embarks on a daring quest to find his missing friend.

These Happy Golden Years
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$958

These Happy Golden Years

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1943

Laura faces homesickness and challenges while teaching to support her sister's education.

Little Town on the Prairie

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1941

A young pioneer navigates new social adventures and responsibilities in a growing town.

The Long Winter

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1940

A brutal winter traps a town; survival hinges on a daring quest for food.

By the Shores of Silver Lake
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$958

By the Shores of Silver Lake

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1939

A family braves the Dakota wilderness, building a new life by Silver Lake.

On the Banks of Plum Creek

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1937

A pioneer family faces nature's fury with resilience and unity on Plum Creek.

Little House on the Prairie
Sale price
$958

Little House on the Prairie

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1935

A pioneer family faces unexpected challenges on the Kansas prairie.

Farmer Boy
Sale price
$958

Farmer Boy

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1933

A young farmer dreams of owning a horse, facing challenges and responsibilities on a New York farm.

Little House in the Big Woods
Sale price
$958

Little House in the Big Woods

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1932

A young girl and her family live in a log cabin in the Big Woods of Wisconsin during the late 19th century.

Creative company

Collaborators

The authors and illustrators who share the credits across Garth Williams's books.

01

Laura Ingalls Wilder

Author / 11 shared books

02

George Selden

Author / 5 shared books

03

Margaret Wise Brown

Author / 4 shared books

04

E.B. White

Author / 2 shared books

05

Jack Prelutsky

Author / 1 shared book

06

Kate DiCamillo

Author / 1 shared book

07

Lilian Moore

Author / 1 shared book

08

Margery Sharp

Author / 1 shared book

09

Mary Stolz

Author / 1 shared book

10

Natalie Savage Carlson

Author / 1 shared book

11

Rosemary Wells

Illustrator / 1 shared book

12

Russell Hoban

Author / 1 shared book

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