"Where the Wild Things Are," written and illustrated by Maurice Sendak, is a seminal children's picture book published in 1963. The story follows the imaginative journey of a young boy named Max, who, dressed in his wolf costume, is sent to bed without his supper. Max's bedroom transforms into a mystical forest surrounded by an ocean, leading him to the land of the Wild Things—monstrous creatures that crown him as their king. After a "wild rumpus" and realizing he misses home, Max decides to return, finding his supper waiting for him. Celebrated for its thematic complexity, whimsical illustrations, and emotional depth, Sendak's work has captivated readers since its release, becoming a beloved classic of children's literature.
