Raggedy andy stories 1920 first edition childrens book etsy. The books first edition also included gruelles own. 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. At the turn of the 20th century he began writing stories about raggedy ann to. Gruelles inspiration was a real dolla doll made for his mother by his grandmother and then much loved by his daughter marcella. Volland but is published by donahue, so not a first issue. 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. Volland company, was the first in a series of books about his cloth doll character and her friends.
In book collecting, the first edition is the earliest published form of a book. 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 100th anniversary edition large hardback. Its summertime, and marcella packs up her beloved dolls, raggedy ann. Raggedy anns lucky pennies by johnny gruelle illustrator. We have more books available by this author 94, 1 pp. And grandma gave the doll a twitch with her fngers in such a way that the. The first blank end page shows some minor soiling and has a pencil name at the top. Antique 1926 first edition first printing winnie the pooh, a. Make sure to read the sweetcreepy preface, which talks about how.
He had already written and illustrated a book of original fairy tales before creating the raggedy ann and andy stories. 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. One of the series of books about dolls raggedy ann and raggedy andy. First published in 1932, this charming storybook takes readers into raggedy ann and andys adventure through the woods to help a lost prince. The books first edition also included gruelles own version of the dolls origins and the related stories. 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. Raggedy ann and andy 1946 dell 1st series comic books. This classic edition features the original fullcolor artwork. Volland published the first raggedy ann book in 1918. I have 4 raggedy ann books and cannot figure out if three of them are 1st edition or not. Gruelle eventually created over forty raggedy ann and andy books, all. Johnny gruelle illustrated by worth gruelle abebooks. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
Raggedy andy stories mcmxx 1920 first edition presumed first. When a child, i was given a raggedy ann doll pronounced raggity by my grandmother. Johnny gruelle eventually created over forty raggedy ann and andy books. Raggedy andy stories by johnny gruelle, paperback barnes. Raggedy ann is a rag doll with red yarn for hair and has a triangle nose. Overall very good condition, blue cloth with large full cover colorful pastedowns, edge and spine wear. How much do you think old raggedy anne books are worth. 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.
I am not a collector, but for those who are, this is a gem. Marcella first edition johnny gruelle bauman rare books. 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. Confused about 1st edition criteria raggedy ann bo. The other three, lucky pennies, cookie land, and in the deep woods all have a of j. In this edition of the raggedy ann stories, which contains the best original tales. Gruelle called his ragdoll boy the little rag brother of raggedy ann. The ones in this book arent as mysterious and almost science fiction for little kids, as i recall. Raggedy ann stories 1918, written and illustrated by johnny gruelle and published by the p. A five volume collection of books by johnny gruelle including two first editions. 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. So id guess if your raggedy ann books are first editions theyre worth quite a bit. 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.
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 ones in this book arent as mysterious and almost. This book is about raggedy ann and some other unmemorable dolls hanging out in a little girls nursery. Book 6 vintage raggedy ann s lucky pennies by johnny gruelle 1932 hardcover wd.
You might look in the yellow pages to see if theres a rare book dealer in your area and call them up and. Raggedy ann and rags by gruelle, johnny and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Johnny gruelle was an extremely talented cartoonist, illustrator, and storyteller. Gruelle began approaching publishers, and 1918, the p. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. Raggedy ann from keller books browse recent arrivals. Raggedy ann stories by johnny gruelle hardbound, 1918. Raggedy ann tales, written and drawn by johnny gruelle, have been entertaining children since 1918. Get the best deals on raggedy ann book when you shop the largest online selection at. New listing marcella a raggedy ann story 1929 first edition rare book.
Pook press are working to republish these classic works in affordable, high quality, colour editions. Raggedy ann stories by johnny gruelle, paperback barnes. 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 in the deep deep woods by gruelle, johnny. The first editions are raggedy ann and andy with animated illustrations and raggedy ann and betsy bonnet string. Raggedy ann and andy the first treasury by johnny gruelle and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Now she returns to delight a new generation in this carefully produced reissue, which restores the book. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in.
The character was created in 1915 as a doll, and was introduced to the public in the 1918 book raggedy ann stories. Volland company published raggedy ann stories, promoting it with a raggedy ann doll. Raggedy ann and andy books by johnny gruelle from the 1920s. The paper dragon by johnny gruelle abebooks passion for books. In this new derrydale book of the best stories and art from the first edition, raggedy andy is. Raggedy ann stories by johnny gruelle hardcover from. Raggedy ann, heroine of the first book, was a favorite doll of his daughter, marcella. Raggedy ann and andy and the camel with the wrinkled knees by.
Raggedy ann stories johnny gruelle raptis rare books. Vintage raggedy ann hardback book is in good plus to very good condition with a. Raggedy ann andy first treasury abebooks passion for books. Raggedy ann and andy books by johnny gruelle including. Raggedy ann stories 1918, written and illustrated by johnny. Raggedy ann stories illustrated raggedy anne book 1 published september th 20 by eirenikospress kindle edition, 72 pages. Our books are shipped media mail with delivery confirmation.