Madeline is a classic picture book beloved by many (millions most likely). A Caldecott Honor Book (the award given for best illustrations). Originally published in 1939, with sequels by the original author and additional titles written by his grandson. Visit the official website Madeline.com for all sorts of interesting info and products (like the doll of the main character – perfect gift idea to pair with one or more of the books). The hardback editions include beautiful endpapers.
Famous quote:
“In an old house in Paris
that was covered with vines
lived twelve little girls in two straight lines.”
Ludwig Bemelmans, the opening lines of the book Madeline
Book Details
Author: Ludwig Bemelmans
Illustrator: Ludwig Bemelmans
Copyright: 1939
Publisher: First published in the United States of America by Simon and Schuster. This edition published by The Viking Press, an imprint of Penguin Young Readers Group. You will find this book available in many formats and from many publishers. The feature image is of an edition published on behalf of Kohl’s Cares, LLC – a subsidiary of Kohl’s Department Stores that carefully curates quality children’s books and makes them available affordably, while returning 100% of the net profit of the sales to community initiatives.
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