‘Winnie-the-Pooh’ was first published in 1926. Written by A. A. Milne and illustrated by E. H. Shepard, the iconic book features Christopher Robin and his animal friends: Winnie-the-Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore, Rabbit, Owl, Kanga, and Roo. Since then, the famous characters have inspired countless books, shows, and films, and have become a beloved part of pop culture history.
But did you know that Winnie-the-Pooh has a link to the Rolling Stones, H.G. Wells, and even the Queen? Or that Christopher Robin was one of the only boys in the world who didn’t actually like the stories?
So, as Pooh and his friends celebrate their 100th birthday, click on for more fun facts.