First published in 1932, this charming storybook takes readers into raggedy ann and andys adventure through the woods to help a lost prince. A five volume collection of books by johnny gruelle including two first editions. Gruelle called his ragdoll boy the little rag brother of raggedy ann. Raggedy ann, beloved belindy, uncle clem and raggedy andy sat very, very quiet, their cottonstuffed bodies tingling as happily as johnny crickets cheery tune, for they had looked through the door into fairyland.
The other three, lucky pennies, cookie land, and in the deep woods all have a of j. In this new derrydale book of the best stories and art from the first edition, raggedy andy is. How much do you think old raggedy anne books are worth. You might look in the yellow pages to see if theres a rare book dealer in your area and call them up and. Johnny gruelle was an extremely talented cartoonist, illustrator, and storyteller. Raggedy ann and andy 1946 dell 1st series comic books. Overall very good condition, blue cloth with large full cover colorful pastedowns, edge and spine wear. He had already written and illustrated a book of original fairy tales before creating the raggedy ann and andy stories. Gruelle began approaching publishers, and 1918, the p. After his daughter fell ill in 1915, cartoonist johnny gruelle and his family began making copies of a rag doll he had designed for the sick child. Raggedy ann has been entertaining and charming young readers ever since the first book created by johnny gruelle in 1918 chronicled the adventures of the mischievous rag doll and her. This book is about raggedy ann and some other unmemorable dolls hanging out in a little girls nursery. Volland but is published by donahue, so not a first issue.
Confused about 1st edition criteria raggedy ann bo. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. Published originally in 1939, this edition is from 1961, and the book is of such a good quality that the pages are clean and white, the illustrations bright, and the cover is good, too. Raggedy ann and andy books by johnny gruelle from the 1920s. Raggedy ann stories by johnny gruelle hardbound, 1918. Antique 1926 first edition first printing winnie the pooh, a. Raggedy ann and andy the first treasury by johnny gruelle and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
Raggedy ann andy first treasury abebooks passion for books. The ones in this book arent as mysterious and almost. Raggedy ann stories 1918, written and illustrated by johnny gruelle and published by the p. Raggedy ann stories by johnny gruelle hardbound, 1918, first.
The character was created in 1915 as a doll, and was introduced to the public in the 1918 book raggedy ann stories. Raggedy ann and rags by gruelle, johnny and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Volland published the first raggedy ann book in 1918. The books first edition also included gruelles own version of the dolls origins and the related stories. At the turn of the 20th century he began writing stories about raggedy ann to. Volland company, was the first in a series of books about his cloth doll character and her friends.
New listing marcella a raggedy ann story 1929 first edition rare book. Vintage raggedy ann hardback book is in good plus to very good condition with a. The first blank end page shows some minor soiling and has a pencil name at the top. Its summertime, and marcella packs up her beloved dolls, raggedy ann.
Make sure to read the sweetcreepy preface, which talks about how. Raggedy ann stories 1918, written and illustrated by johnny. And grandma gave the doll a twitch with her fngers in such a way that the. Raggedy ann is a rag doll with red yarn for hair and has a triangle nose. Raggedy ann has been entertaining and charming young readers ever since the first book created by johnny gruelle in 1918 chronicled the adventures of the. Raggedy ann and andy and the camel with the wrinkled knees by. When a child, i was given a raggedy ann doll pronounced raggity by my grandmother. Raggedy ann and andy books by johnny gruelle including. Marcella first edition johnny gruelle bauman rare books. Raggedy anns lucky pennies by johnny gruelle illustrator. The paper dragon by johnny gruelle abebooks passion for books. Now she returns to delight a new generation in this carefully produced reissue, which restores the book. Raggedy ann stories 100th anniversary edition large hardback. One of the series of books about dolls raggedy ann and raggedy andy.
Foreedge corners exposed, otherwise an exceptional copy. Raggedy ann from keller books browse recent arrivals. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in. Raggedy ann stories johnny gruelle raptis rare books. Pook press are working to republish these classic works in affordable, high quality, colour editions. Raggedy ann, heroine of the first book, was a favorite doll of his daughter, marcella. Raggedy ann, heroine of the first book, was a favorite doll of his daughter, marcella, who died after a long illness at the age of thirteen. I am not a collector, but for those who are, this is a gem. So id guess if your raggedy ann books are first editions theyre worth quite a bit. Raggedy andy stories by johnny gruelle, paperback barnes. Raggedy andy stories mcmxx 1920 first edition presumed first.
Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Raggedy ann stories by johnny gruelle hardcover from. 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. Raggedy ann stories by johnny gruelle hardbound, 1918, first edition sign in to check out check out as guest adding to your cart the item youve selected was not added to your cart. The ones in this book arent as mysterious and almost science fiction for little kids, as i recall. Johnny gruelle eventually created over forty raggedy ann and andy books. Raggedy ann and the paper dragon by johnny gruelle and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Raggedy ann stories illustrated raggedy anne book 1 published september th 20 by eirenikospress kindle edition, 72 pages. Raggedy ann in the deep deep woods by gruelle, johnny.
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. Book 6 vintage raggedy ann s lucky pennies by johnny gruelle 1932 hardcover wd. This classic edition features the original fullcolor artwork. I have 4 raggedy ann books and cannot figure out if three of them are 1st edition or not. Raggedy ann tales, written and drawn by johnny gruelle, have been entertaining children since 1918. Raggedy ann has been entertaining and charming young readers ever since the first book created by johnny gruelle in 1918 chronicled the adventures of the mischievous rag doll and her delightful toy friends. The books first edition also included gruelles own. Raggedy andy stories 1920 first edition childrens book etsy.
Raggedy ann stories by johnny gruelle, paperback barnes. In this edition of the raggedy ann stories, which contains the best original tales. Get the best deals on raggedy ann book when you shop the largest online selection at. The first editions are raggedy ann and andy with animated illustrations and raggedy ann and betsy bonnet string. Gruelle eventually created over forty raggedy ann and andy books, all. Raggedy ann, chucky the colt, bettina van deena art by walt kelly, 2 pages, animal mother goose art by kelly, 6 pages, the tinder box, billy and bonny bee, and the tinder box. Johnny gruelle illustrated by worth gruelle abebooks. In book collecting, the first edition is the earliest published form of a book. Gruelles inspiration was a real dolla doll made for his mother by his grandmother and then much loved by his daughter marcella.