Books with author Johnny Gruelle

“Mr. Twee Deedle” was a cartoon created by Johnny Gruelle (1880-1938), an American artist, cartoonist, and children’s book author. Gruelle is best known for creating Raggedy Ann, a red-haired rag doll who has become a well-known character in children’s literature.Gruelle was born John Barton Gruelle in the town of Arcola, Illinois. He later moved to Indianapolis, Indiana. His father, Richard Gruelle (1851-1914), was an impressionist painter whose friends included poet and author James Whitcomb Riley (1849-1916).Johnny Gruelle published his first cartoons in the Indianapolis Star in 1905. Over the next few years Gruelle’s cartoons were published in many different newspapers. In 1911, he won a cartoon contest for the New York Herald, and created the “Mr. Twee Deedle” cartoon, which was printed in the Herald from 1911 to 1914.Gruelle later created the Raggedy Ann character, named after a doll he gave to his daughter Marcella. Marcella would die from diptheria at the age of 13.

When my mother made Raggedy Ann for me, Bessie's mother made a rag doll for her, for we two always played together. Bessie's doll was given the name of Raggedy Andy, and one of the two dolls was named after the other, so that their names would sound alike. They had faces just alike, I do not remember just how Raggedy Andy was dressed, but I know he often wore dresses over his boy clothes when Bessie and I decided that he and Raggedy Ann should be sisters for the day.

'Raggedy Ann's Wishing Pebble' 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.

Come on a high-flying adventure with Johnny and Janey as they travel from their own backyard to the mysterious enchanted kingdom they discover on the other side of the moon.When Johnny and Janey build their Flying Machine out of some old boards and wooden spools, the last thing they expect is for it to actually take off! But that's just what happens, and before they know it, they're soaring high above the clouds on their way to the Magical Land of Noom.Filled with such wonders as mushrooms that taste of ginger cake and flowing springs of lemonade, Noom seems like a paradise to the children. But the lemonade springs belong to the wicked magician Old jingles, who has kidnapped the beautiful Princess of Nite .Setting out to rescue the princess and return her to her throne, Johnny and Janey are aided by the many friends they find in Noom, including the kind and gentle Soft-Voiced Cow, the spirited Fun Boys, and the exuberant Mr. Tiptoe and his miraculous umbrella. But can this intrepid band defeat the wily Old Jingles and all his tricks?Johnny Gruelle -- who introduced the world to Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy, everyone's favorite rag dolls -- is the creator of this stirring, heartwarming tale. Filled with gentle wisdom and delightful whimsy, it is a wonderful introduction to the boundless imagination and loving spirit of Johnny Gruelle.

One day the dolls were left all to themselves.Their little mistress had placed them all around the room and told them to be nice children while she was away.And there they sat and never even so much as wiggled a finger, until their mistress had left the room.Then the soldier dolly turned his head and solemnly winked at Raggedy Ann.And when the front gate clicked and the dollies knew they were alone in the house, they all scrambled to their feet."Now let's have a good time!" cried the tin soldier. "Let's all go in search of something to eat!""Yes! Let's all go in search of something to eat!" cried all the other dollies.

“Friendly Fairies” is a children’s picture book with accompanying stories that was a bestseller in the 1920’s due to its cute characters and beautiful color illustrations. The timeless appeal of the stories and illustrations captures the imagination of children today as much as it did in the past, and no doubt will in the future.Each story is accompanied by between 2 and 8 colored illustrations that bring the story and characters to life.The collection of 15 children’s stories on which this Kindle version of “Friendly Fairies” is based was first published in the early 1900’s during a period in which some of the best children’s story books of all time were printed and which now have become classics. Johnny Gruelle, a famous twentieth century illustrator wrote the stories and produced the stunning illustrations which are best viewed on color readers.Here are the Titles of the Stories in this Book:THE THREE LITTLE GNOMESTHE HAPPY RATTLERECIPE FOR A HAPPY DAYGRANDFATHER SKEETER-HAWK'S STORYCROW TALKTHE FAIRY RINGMR. AND MRS. THUMBKINSTHE OLD, ROUGH STONE AND THE GNARLED TREESALLY MIGRUNDYHOW JOHNNY CRICKET SAW SANTA CLAUSTHE TWIN SISTERSLITTLE THUMBKIN'S GOOD DEEDTHE WISHBONETIM TIM TAMYTAMA CHANGE OF COATS

‘Wooden Willie’ is written and illustrated by Johnny Gruelle. Gruelle is best known for his ‘Raggedy Ann Series’, which chart the adventures of a little doll with red yarn for hair and a triangle nose. Although this particular story does not feature Raggedy Ann, her friends Beloved Belindy and Uncle Clem are included (as well as Wooden Willie of course). They provide entertainment as well as moral lessons to their young audiences; to be kind to those you meet, to always be generous, and to help those in need.John Barton Gruelle (1880 – 1930), was born in Arcola, Illinois, in 1880. He was an American artist and political cartoonist, as well as a children’s book illustrator and author. His most famous illustrated works include Grimm’s Fairy Tales (1914), All About the Little Small Red Hen (1917), and of course, the Raggedy Ann series. 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.Pook Press celebrates the great ‘Golden Age of Illustration‘ in children’s literature – a period of unparalleled excellence in book illustration from the 1880s to the 1930s. Our collection showcases classic fairy tales, children’s stories, and the work of some of the most celebrated artists, illustrators and authors.

Raggedy Ann tales, written and drawn by Johnny Gruelle, have been entertaining children since 1918.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. Pook Press celebrates the great ‘Golden Age of Illustration‘ in children’s classics and fairy tales – a period of unparalleled excellence in book illustration. We publish rare and vintage Golden Age illustrated books, in high-quality colour editions, so that the masterful artwork and story-telling can continue to delight once again.