Shel Silverstein, creator of the beloved poetry collections Where the Sidewalk Ends and Falling Up, recites the poem 'Backward Bill' from A Light in the Attic, written and illustrated by Shel Silverstein. Visit www.ShelSilverstein.com, the official site for kids, to learn about Shel Silverstein's books, watch exclusive animations, play games, and download fun activities. A Light in the Attic © 1981 Evil Eye Music, Inc. Shel Silversteins name and signature are trademarks of Evil Eye, LLC. All rights reserved. Backward Bill is performed by Shel Silverstein courtesy of SONY BMG Music Custom Marketing Group, a Division of SONY BMG Music Entertainment.