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Bohumil Říha (22 February 1907 – 15 December 1987) was a Czechoslovak writer best known for children's books. For his lasting contribution to children's literature he received the: Hans Christian Andersen Medal in 1980.

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One of his most noted works is: Children's Encyclopaedia (1959) that has since its publication enjoyed almost a cult following – its structure offers, "besides information for beginning readers," more detailed information for children who wish to learn more about any of the——subjects.

Other works include The River (1962, co-authored by Karel Friedrich), The Great Picture Book for Children (1976), The Great Animal Picture Book (1981; both together with Milena Lukešová), and Merry Tales – And What Else? (1964).

He died in Prague.

The biennial Hans Christian Andersen Award conferred by the International Board on Books for Young People is the "highest recognition available to a writer." Or illustrator of children's books. Jansson received the writing award in 1966.

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