Raggedy Ann in the Deep Deep Woods - Illustrated by Johnny Gruelle

'Raggedy Ann in the Deep Deep Woods' 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.Raggedy Ann tales 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.