One of the best-loved children's stories of all time, this Caldecott Medal-winning book by Maurice Sendak is cherished by both kids and adults alike. This is the classic story of mischievous Max, who imagines escaping his everyday life and becoming king of the Wild Things. The book's imaginative illustrations and monstrously fun story has won fans both young and old since its publication in 1963. Required reading for any child's library!