One of the most loved Disney characters
Winnie the Pooh is one of the most loved and most known Disney characters of the world. Almost any kinds of merchandising articles, like glasses, pillows, plush bears, lunch-boxes or t-shirts, are available all over the world. However, the original story was invented in 1926 and 1928 by A. A. Milne and illustrated by E.H. Shepard. Originally, the book was addressed to Milne’s son Christopher robin. Already in 1930, S. Slesinger purchased the rights and created a license industry. In the beginning of 1960, the rights were sold to the Disney Company. Since than, several movies and video games were published concerning the lovely bear in the red shirt.