Madeline books

Ludwig Bemelmans' first introduced the plucky heroine back in 1939. Now, his grandson carries on the tradition of the little girls in two straight lines. And if there was any confusion, he would like to set the record straight: It's not an orphanage; Miss Clavel is not a nun; and Madeline isn't French.

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Originally published in 1939, Ludwig Bemelmans' classic picture book MADELINE has entertained generations of young readers. Who doesn't remember the opening lines: In an old house in Paris that was covered with vines lived twelve little girls in two straight lines. In two straight lines they broke their bread and brushed their teeth and went to bed. Yes, these two lines of girls are one of the most indelible images in children's books: These dozen girls live happily together until Madeline…

Steven Salerno has an incredible new picture book project with Viking Press @penguinrandom! He is set to illustrate a series of five new mini picture books and board books featuring one of the most iconic and beloved characters in picture book history, Madeline. Illustration by STEVEN SALERNO, copyright protected. #editorial #illustration #books #picturebooks #kidlit

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Ludwig Bemelmans' first introduced the plucky heroine back in 1939. Now, his grandson carries on the tradition of the little girls in two straight lines. And if there was any confusion, he would like to set the record straight: It's not an orphanage; Miss Clavel is not a nun; and Madeline isn't French.

Read 151 reviews from the world’s largest community for readers. “ In an old house in Paris that was covered with vines lived twelve little girls in two st…

FROM THE PUBLISHER: Nothing frightens Madeline—not tigers, not even mice. With its endearing, courageous heroine, cheerful humor, and wonderful, whimsical drawings of Paris, the Madeline stories are true classics that continue to charm readers, even after 75 years!