Other editions of book Raggedy Andy Stories

This unabridged recording contains all the original Raggedy Andy stories as Andy is reunited with his sister, Raggedy Ann, and brings a dance, a pillow fight, and a taffy pull into the lives of the other dolls. Andy bravely ventures into the gutter to find the penny dolls, "cures" the French doll, and encounters the Easter Bunny, Santa Claus, and a beautiful seashell. First introduced in 1920, Raggedy Andy has charmed millions of children with his always warm and optimistic outlook and calm approach to difficulties.

Raggedy Andy joins the family for more adventures. Raggedy Andy loses an arm in a pillow fight, gets stuck in the drainpipe, and teaches the other dolls to make taffy.The classic stories of dolls that come to life when the "real people" aren't looking are brought to life by Johnny Gruelle's illustrations.This version has been edited to make it more accessible to modern children; some racist language has been changed. It has also been formatted for the Kindle with larger versions of Gruelle's illustrations.

For the happiness you have brought to them let me give to you the doll of all my dolls, the doll I loved most dearly. My mother called the doll Raggedy Andy and it was by this name that I have always known him. Is it any wonder that I was surprised when I saw the title of your book? Introduce Raggedy Andy to Raggedy Ann, dear Johnny. Let him share in the happiness of your household.

Ever wonder how did Raggedy Andy come about? This classic children’s book will take even older readers back to a time that is undeniably charming. Surprising in their depth, each story is approximately 1200 words in length, with lots of lively scenes for young readers to imagine: “Then down through the garden and out through a crack in the fence the Easter Bunny hopped, with a long string of dolls trailing behind.”Book opens with two letters to Johnny Gruelle, the author/illustrator of Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy. In the first letter, Raggedy Andy’s “Mama” thanks the author and tells the story of how it came to be that her mother made her a doll named Raggedy Andy.The next letter is from a woman who had a Raggedy Ann doll as a child and she had a little girlfriend named Bessie. Bessie’s mother made Bessie a rag doll so the girls could play together, and named that doll Raggedy Andy.The storybook itself begins with How Raggedy Andy Came, the arrival of Raggedy Andy in the nursery and meeting Raggedy Ann.Story chapters include: The Nursery Dance, The Spinning Wheel, The Taffy Pull, The Rabbit Chase, The New Tin Gutter, Doctor Raggedy Andy, Raggedy Andy’s Smile, The Wooden Horse, Making “Angels” in the Snow, and The Singing Shell.

Since Raggedy Andy first appeared in print in 1920, he has delighted millions of readers with his adventurous spirit and compassionate nature. Now he returns to captivate a new generation in this carefully produced reissue, which restores the book to its original appearance. All 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. After a warm welcome from the other dolls, Raggedy Andy adds to their fun with a dance, a pillow fight, and a taffy pull. 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. Johnny Gruelle's delicate illustrations are the perfect companion to the well-loved stories in this American classic.