She was missed very, very much at home and Marcella really longed for her, but knew that Daddy was borrowing some of Raggedy Ann’s sunshine, so she did not complain. So Raggedy Ann stayed at Daddy’s studio for three or four days. ONE day Daddy took Raggedy Ann down to his office and propped her up against some books upon his desk he wanted to have her where he could see her cheery smile all day, for, as you must surely know, smiles and happiness are truly catching.ĭaddy wished to catch a whole lot of Raggedy Ann’s cheeriness and happiness and put all this down on paper, so that those who did not have Raggedy Ann dolls might see just how happy and smiling a rag doll can be. 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 companion to the well-loved stories in this American classic, the only edition authorized by the Gruelle family. Other stories also include Raggedy Andy and the other dolls' encounters with the Easter bunny, Santa Claus, and a beautiful seashell. His merry escapades frequently show his generosity in helping others, as he bravely ventures into the gutter to find the penny dolls, 'cures' the French doll, and encourages the wooden horse. After a warm welcome from the other dolls, Raggedy Andy adds to their fun with a dance, a pillow fight, and a taffy pull. Now he returns to captivate a new generation in this carefully produced reissue, which restores the book to its original appearance.Īll the original stories are here, as Raggedy Andy arrives in the mail at Marcella's father's office, displays his cheery smile, and is eagerly reunited with his sister, Raggedy Ann. Since Raggedy Andy first appeared in print in 1920, he has delighted millions of readers with his adventurous spirit and compassionate nature.

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