Theodor Seuss Geisel, known as Dr. Seuss, was born on March 2, 1904, in Springfield, Massachusetts, USA. He attended Dartmouth College, where he became the editor-in-chief of the college’s humor magazine. His time at Dartmouth introduced him to the world of storytelling and illustration.

After graduating from Dartmouth, Geisel began his career as an illustrator and humorist for various magazines and advertising campaigns. He adopted the pen name “Dr. Seuss” during his college years and continued to use it throughout his career.

Dr. Seuss achieved worldwide fame as an author and illustrator of children’s books. He wrote and illustrated classics like “The Cat in the Hat” (1957), “Green Eggs and Ham” (1960), “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” (1957), and “Oh, the Places You’ll Go!” (1990). His books are known for their imaginative characters, rhymes, and life lessons.

Dr. Seuss’s books often contained subtle social and political messages, addressing issues like environmentalism, prejudice, and consumerism. One of his most famous works, “The Lorax” (1971), is an environmental fable with a powerful conservation message.

Throughout his career, Dr. Seuss received numerous awards and honors, including two Academy Awards, two Emmy Awards, a Peabody Award, and the Pulitzer Prize. His books have been translated into multiple languages and adapted into animated specials, feature films, and even a Broadway musical.

Dr. Seuss continued to write and illustrate books well into his later years. He passed away on September 24, 1991, in La Jolla, California, leaving behind a rich literary legacy. In 1997, the Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden was opened in his hometown of Springfield, Massachusetts, honoring his contributions to children’s literature.

Dr. Seuss’s whimsical stories and colorful characters continue to captivate generations of readers, making him one of the most beloved authors in the world of children’s literature.