On the occasion of her 70th birthday, Martine is in the spotlight with a free exhibition that runs from 20 March to 11 April 2024 at Gallimard. The beloved icon of our childhood is revealed here through a collection of original plates illustrating his adventures. Drawings embedded in our collective history that have already captivated millions of young readers around the world.
Nostalgic people take note – Get ready for an enchanting journey through your childhood. OF Wednesday 20 March to Thursday 11 April 2024PUSH Gallimard Gallery becomes the scene of a free exhibition represent original boards your favorite heroines: Martin. Tribute organized Casterman editionproud guardians of this literary treasure, which is celebrating its own this year 70th anniversary.
Martinthis cheerful and curious little girl born in 1954 from imagination Marcel Marier and Gilbert Delahayeis much more than simple children’s book icon. It embodies the very essence of childhood and innocence in an ever-changing world and offers young readers a an example of positivity. As a faithful friend, she accompanied a large number of children through the social and cultural changes of our time, which were depicted throughout 60 albums become collector’s items.
It was in the world flooded with the optimism of the Trente Glorieuses, an era full of incredible innovations (leisure, transport, domestic life, consumer habits) that Martine began her first escapades. Then, in the 1970s, she took more and more initiatives to repeat itemancipation of women which grows outside. Then it becomes a A young brave, independent girl and eager to discover. Dancing, sailing, cooking, swimming, Martine can do it all and trains children every time in his exciting adventures page visitation!
What about the 80s and 90s? Martine is not afraid of developments in an increasingly complex world. During this period, nature is omnipresent in his universe. Plants, animals, ecosystems: overseen with special attention, as well as an increasingly aware society environmental issues.
But the story doesn’t end there! Even today, despite the disappearance of the authors, Martine continues to amaze us. Thanks new scenarios of Casterman editions, now researching Paris and its symbolic environment (Louvre, Opera, Bon Marché…), ready to experience new adventures!
So, dear little and big kids, don’t miss the opportunity to re-discover with wonder the timeless magic Martincomes to admire original drawings which attracted millions of readers worldwide !