Carl Ronald Giles (September 29, 1916 - August 28, 1995), often referred to simply as Giles, was a cartoonist most famous for his work for the UK newspaper the Daily Express. His cartoon style was a single topical highly detailed panel, usually with a great deal more going on than the single joke. Certain recurring characters achieved a great deal of popularity, particularly the extended Giles Family , which featured prominently in the strip. Of these, the most famous is the enigmatic matriarch of the family, known simply as Grandma. Another recurring favourite was Chalkie, the tryannical school teacher whom Giles claimed was modeled on one of his childhood teachers, and Larry, the mop-haired child from next door, often seen with a camera, who it is said is the alter-ego of Giles himself.
Giles started work as a cartoonist for the Reynold's News before moving to the Daily Express. He served as a War Correspondent during World War II. Among his fans were the British Royal Family, who often requested the orignials of his work.
