Although a highly successful playwright, a gifted writer of poetry, and an extraordinary novelist in his early writing years, AA Milne is known throughout the world for his highly regarded children's book series, Winnie-the-Pooh. Milne's love of writing and words began at a young age, but he only embarked on this professional path after graduating from Cambridge with a degree in mathematics according to S. Ward (9). Milne was able to relate to young readers of his children's books, as well as provide a sort of distinct insight with parents and adult readers. Alan ventured well beyond children's literature, not wanting to stick with one type of writing for too long a period of time. Because Alan Alexander Milne attempted many contrasting types of work, he proved to be adept at writing a wide variety of compositions. Milne's love of literature began at a young age. John Vine Milne, AA Milne's father, was an extremely competent and highly educated schoolmaster. He was the master of a boys' school called Henley House, which was located in London. His mother was also a teacher. Alan did not prosper due to special attributes in the home, as he had two older brothers who were not as auspicious as him. Alan Alexander had real talent from a young age. His father was at home one morning teaching his two older brothers how to read a little word. Although the brothers were unable to do it, John was shocked that “three-year-old Alan could do it. 'Cat,' he said” (Ward 6). In later years, at his father's school, Alan had as a teacher a very talented author, HG Wells. Milne and his brother Kenneth loved literature together. Before Milne was a teenager, the two brothers staged plays,...... middle of paper......Alan Alexander Milne was much more than just an author of children's books. He took a leap of faith in his writing career without even a degree in literature. Milne's hard work paid off as he became famous as a playwright, novelist, poetic author and, above all, children's author for his highly successful Winnie-the-Pooh series. He used a simple yet intrinsic voice that helped him define and shape each line and character. Works Cited "Alan Alexander Milne". YourDictionary and Web. March 8, 2014.Milne, AA The Complete Tales of Winnie-the-Pooh. New York; Dutton Children's Books, 1994. Print.Milne, AA The Magic Hill. New York: Penguin Group Penguin Putnam Books for YoungReaders, 2002. Print.Milne, AA. Rakkav. NP Network. 10 March 2014.Ward, S. Meeting with AA Milne. New York: The Rosen Publishing Group, 2001. Print.