As soon as I entered I was met by the dog. Then we sat down in the small living room and had tea. I can’t remember the dog’s name, but it was a large shepherd with huge expressive eyes. He sat by us every moment, like an esteemed visitor from the...

With pictures and stories that are often grotesque, hilarious and poignant all at the same time, it's no wonder Maurice Sendak's children's books sometimes accompany students to college. Afterward, these fans frequently cart their books from dwelling...