![]() ![]() A brief biography of the author-artist by his grandson, Kim Gruelle, makes this edition especially valuable. Johnny Gruelle's delicate illustrations are the perfect companions to the well-loved stories in this American classic, the only edition authorized by the Gruelle family. Raggedy Ann also goes up in a kite, teaches two new dolls to be tolerant, and shares the excitement of a baby brother for Marcella, among several other tales. She was given a bigger role and a name a few years later in Raggedy Ann and Andy and the Camel with the Wrinkled Knees, and was a major character in the 1977 film Raggedy Ann & Andy: A. When, in one adventure, Raggedy Ann has to have her stuffing replaced, she gets her famous I LOVE YOU candy heart. Raggedy Ann Stories (1918) Also known as 'The French Doll ' Babette was created by Johnny Gruelle and appeared in the very first book, Raggedy Ann Stories. She and the other dolls rescue Fido, the family dog, from the dogcatcher. Some wear at extremities, one page dog-eared, a few marginal stains. After learning a lesson from a naughty raid on the pantry, Raggedy Ann's adventures show her striving to be good - and succeeding. ![]() ![]() Now she returns to delight a new generation in this carefully produced reissue, which restores the book to its original appearance.Īll the original stories are here, as Raggedy Ann comes to Marcella's nursery and quickly becomes the leader of the dolls. Since Raggedy Ann first appeared in print in 1918, she has charmed millions of readers with her always warm and optimistic outlook and calm approach to difficulties. ![]()
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