Noble Boy

(Red Window, 2006)
™ and © 2006 Scott Morse

Even though they might not realize it, there are few if any who have never seen the work of the late Maurice Noble. From art concepts and development for such Disney classics as Bambi and Fantasia, to direction and storyboards on numerous Dr. Seuss cartoons, Noble’s career has spanned generations of children’s all-time classics.

Creator Scott Morse ensures that Noble gets his due in this book-length poetic tribute, not only by emulating the stunning color work seen on many of his timeless projects, but also by narrating his story from the viewpoint of one who had the privilege of working with Noble, as one of his “flock.”

Morse makes it clear that he considers himself among this flock, because Noble’s influences on him are readily apparent. His narrative not only provides a peek into Noble’s life and career, but is also a beautiful work unto itself. Its verse has an accessible charm, and his illustrations are a rich amalgamation of both Noble’s style and his own. Fans of classic Disney owe it to themselves to get to know one of the men behind it all.

— Jim Johnson

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