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Raggedy Ann Stories - by Johnny Gruelle (Hardcover)

Raggedy Ann Stories - by  Johnny Gruelle (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>This facsimile reproduction of the original 1918 edition presents heartwarming stories about the lovable doll and her many toy friends. Charming color illustrations enhance tales of love, respect, and friendship.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>Celebrate the 100th <i>Ann</i>iversary of Raggedy Ann with this brand-new edition of the beloved classic stories written and illustrated by Johnny Gruelle!</b> <p/>When Raggedy Ann arrived in Marcella's nursery, she quickly became the leader of all the dolls. Raggedy Ann always strives to be good--and she usually succeeds! Join Raggedy Ann on adventures from rescuing Fido, the family dog, to getting her famous "I LOVE YOU" heart, to flying <i>in</i> a kite, and much more! <p/>Just in time for Raggedy Ann's 100th birthday, these beloved classics about Raggedy Ann's adventures are sure to delight fans young and old.<p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br><P>Kindly, patient, and lovable, Raggedy Ann never loses her happy smile. She's quiet and obedient when her young mistress is at hand―but when left to her own devices, she's ready for adventure. All the toys in the nursery admire the doll with the shoe-button eyes and eagerly assist in her exploits, from a raid on the pantry to a rescue party for a lost dog. In these heartwarming stories, Raggedy Ann cheerfully submits to having her stuffing replaced, teaches a pair of new dolls a lesson in tolerance, and hitches a ride on a high-flying kite, among other lively doings.<BR>Generations of young readers have been taking Raggedy Ann into their hearts ever since the book's initial publication in 1918. This facsimile reproduces the original edition, which was inspired by a child's affection for her grandmother's rag doll. Charming color illustrations by author Johnny Gruelle enhance these timeless tales of love, respect, and friendship.<BR>Dover (2015) republication of the edition originally published by the P. F. Volland Company, Joliet, Illinois, 1918.<BR>See every Dover book in print at<BR>www.doverpublications.com<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Johnny Gruelle (1880-1938) was an American artist, political cartoonist, children's book author and illustrator, and songwriter. At the turn of the 20th century he began writing stories about Raggedy Ann to entertain his ailing daughter.

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