Raggedy Ann In The Magic Book

Raggedy Ann and Andy spend a wonderful day with their woodland friends, using their magical pebble to make everyone's dreams come true.

Raggedy Ann tales, written and drawn by Johnny Gruelle, have been entertaining children since 1918. Pook Press are working to republish these classic works in affordable, high quality, colour editions, using the original text and artwork so these works can delight another generation of children.

Mischievous Mister Minky steals Raggedy Ann's magic wishing pebble and makes some unkind wishes.

'Raggedy Ann's Magical Wishes' is written and illustrated by Johnny Gruelle. Gruelle (1880 - 1930), was an American artist and political cartoonist, as well as a children's book illustrator and author. The books of 'The Raggedy Ann Series' all feature their central protagonist, with red yarn for hair and a triangle nose - charting her considerable adventures. Gruelle created Raggedy Ann for his daughter, Marcella, when she brought him an old hand-made rag doll. He drew a face on it, and from his bookshelf, pulled a book of poems by James Whitcomb Riley, combining the names of two poems, 'The Raggedy Man' and 'Little Orphant Annie.' From this moment on, the much-loved children's series went from strength to strength. Sought after by collectors, this re-printed edition showcases Gruelle's original text, further enhanced by his wonderful colour drawings, in order that the two may be fully appreciated by young and old alike.

While playing by the river, Raggedy Ann and Andy discover a magic wishing pebble. After making a wish for their friends, they bury the pebble and set off to see if their wish has come true. When the pebble is stolen it's up to the dolls to teach a valuable lesson about friendship. This charming tale has been adapted for the young picture book reader, and includes new full-color illustrations.