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Madeline
Series: Madeline
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See moreSet in picturesque Paris, this tale of a brave little girl's trip to the hospital is as appealing today as it was in 1940. The combination of spirited heroine, timelessly appealing art, cheerful humor, and rhythmic text makes "Madeline" a perennial favorite with children of all ages. A Caldecott Honor Book. Full-color illustrations.
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In an old house in Paris that was covered with vines lived twelve little girls in two straight lines. The smallest one was Madeline.
Nothing frightens Madeline—not tigers, not even mice. With its endearing, courageous heroine, cheerful humour, and wonderful, whimsical drawings of Paris, the Madeline stories are true classics that continue to charm readers, even after 75 years!
Ludwig Bemelmans (1898–1962) was the author of the beloved Madeline books, including Madeline, a Caldecott Honor Book, and Madeline's Rescue, winner of the Caldecott Medal.
Series: Madeline
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Madeline
In an old house in Paris that was covered with vines lived twelve little girls in two straight lines. The smallest one was Madeline. Nothing frightens Madeline—not tigers, not even mice. With its endearing, courageous heroine, cheerful humour, and wonderful, whimsical drawings of Paris, the Madeline stories are true classics that continue to charm readers, even after 75 years! Ludwig...Paperback$3700Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks -
Madeline's ABCs
Come learn the ABC's with the bravest girl in the world, Madeline! Ludwig Bemelmans's beloved character Madeline is back, and here to teach a new audience the alphabet. She'll use examples of each letter from the classic Madeline book, so readers will recognise both settings and characters as she guides the youngest readers through learning each of the letters.Board book$3500Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks -
Madeline
Rediscover Madeline, now available in board book format. The story of twelve little girls in two straight lines, the smallest one being Madeline, has delighted children for more than seventy years. Now the beloved Caldecott Honor Book is available in a sturdy board book format and a reduced size perfect for small hands. While the text is slightly abridged, none...Board book$2200Elsewhere:$2400Unit price /UnavailableBackorderShips early November -
Madeline Says Be Kind
Share the gift of kindness with Madeline. Share the gift of kindness with Ludwig Bemelmans' beloved classic character, Madeline. Whether it's cleaning up, helping a friend when they fall, or lending a listening ear—there are endless opportunities to show someone you care. Full of Madeline's classic charm, Madeline Says Be Kind is a perfect introduction to the importance of kindness....Hardback$3700Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks -
Madeline in London
"In an old house in Paris that was covered with vines lived twelve little girls in two straight lines the smallest one was Madeline." Nothing frightens Madeline—not tigers, not even mice. With its endearing, courageous heroine, cheerful humour, and wonderful, whimsical drawings of Paris, the Madeline stories are true classics that continue to charm readers even after 75 years! Pepito...Paperback$2299Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 1 week -
Madeline's 123
Learn your numbers and counting with the bravest girl in the world, Madeline! Madeline's 123 invites young readers to join Ludwig Bemelmans's beloved character Madeline as she guides them in their counting journey. With familiar faces and settings from the classic and cherished Madeline books, children will delight in learning how to count from 1 through 10 with Madeline!Board bookSold Out
Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
Madeline by Ludwig Bemelmans is celebrated for its charming rhyme and vibrant illustrations. Reviewers often admire the fearless young protagonist, Madeline, and find the depiction of Paris appealingly romantic. The combination of a strong female character and engaging storytelling makes it a beloved classic in children's literature.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780140564396
Publisher: Penguin Putnam Inc
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 May 2000
Country: United States
Imprint: Penguin Putnam Inc
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 5.0mm
Width: 216.0mm
Height: 303.0mm
Weight: 255g
Pages: 56
About the Author
Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) (www.madeline.com), a painter, illustrator, and writer for both children and adults, originally published Madeline in 1939. It lives on today, along with Caldecott Medal winner Madeline's Rescue, as a seminal picture book in children's literature. Ludwig Bemelmans' grandson, John Bemelmans Marciano, carries on his grandfather's legacy and has written and illustrated four books about Madeline of his own, including Madeline and the Old House in Paris and Madeline at the White House
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Madeline's ABCs
Come learn the ABC's with the bravest girl in the world, Madeline! Ludwig Bemelmans's beloved character Madeline is back, and here to teach a new audience the alphabet. She'll use examples of each letter from the classic Madeline book, so readers will recognise both settings and characters as she guides the youngest readers through learning each of the letters.Board book$3500Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks -
Madeline's Seasons
Learn about the seasons with Ludwig Bemelmans's classic character, Madeline! Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall, turn a page and you'll learn them all! Ludwig Bemelmans's beloved character Madeline is back with her friends to explore the seasons. Perfect for little hands, this is a great year-round gift for the youngest readers.Board book$1799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Madeline
Rediscover Madeline, now available in board book format. The story of twelve little girls in two straight lines, the smallest one being Madeline, has delighted children for more than seventy years. Now the beloved Caldecott Honor Book is available in a sturdy board book format and a reduced size perfect for small hands. While the text is slightly abridged, none...Board book$2200Elsewhere:$2400Unit price /UnavailableBackorderShips early November -
Hotel Splendide
In this uproariously funny memoir, Ludwig Bemelmans uncovers the fabulous world of the Hotel Splendide, the luxury New York hotel where he worked as a waiter. With equal parts affection and barbed wit, he records the everyday chaos that reigns behind the smooth facades of the gilded dining room and banquet halls. In hilarious detail, Bemelmans sketches the hierarchy of...Paperback$2300Elsewhere:$2499Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
To The One I Love The Best
Ludwig Bemelmans came to the California home of famed interior decorator Elsie de Wolfe, Lady Mendl, for cocktails. By the end of the night, he was firmly established as a member of the family: given a bedroom in their sumptuous house, invitations to the most outrageous parties in Hollywood, and the friendship of the larger-than-life woman known to her closest...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Madeline
Something is not right with Madeline. Her friends are sad when she goes to hospital to have her appendix removed. But they cheer up when they see her impressive scar! The small but feisty Madeline and her charming Parisian world have been loved by children and adults alike for seventy years.Paperback$2099Elsewhere:$2199Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks -
Madeline In London
In an old house in Paris that was covered in vines lived twelve little girls in two straight lines... Pepito lives next door to Madeline and her friends. When he moves to London, he pines for the twelve little girls terribly. So Miss Clavel and her charges pay him a visit in London...and come home with a new friend! The...Paperback$2099Elsewhere:$2199Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks -
Madeline Says Be Kind
Share the gift of kindness with Madeline. Share the gift of kindness with Ludwig Bemelmans' beloved classic character, Madeline. Whether it's cleaning up, helping a friend when they fall, or lending a listening ear—there are endless opportunities to show someone you care. Full of Madeline's classic charm, Madeline Says Be Kind is a perfect introduction to the importance of kindness....Hardback$3700Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks -
Madeline in London
"In an old house in Paris that was covered with vines lived twelve little girls in two straight lines the smallest one was Madeline." Nothing frightens Madeline—not tigers, not even mice. With its endearing, courageous heroine, cheerful humour, and wonderful, whimsical drawings of Paris, the Madeline stories are true classics that continue to charm readers even after 75 years! Pepito...Paperback$2299Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 1 week -
Pre-orderHow To Travel Incognito
When Ludwig Bemelmans encounters the dashing yet penniless Comte de St. Cucuface aboard a Paris train, he is swept into a deliciously absurd adventure across postwar France. Under the Count's gleeful tutelage, Bemelmans adopts the persona of a German prince, mastering the art of hoodwinking strangers with immaculate manners and effortless charm. Together, the unlikely duo embark on a run...Paperback$3299Unit price /UnavailableOut 1 Dec 2026Pre-order -
Madeline's 123
Learn your numbers and counting with the bravest girl in the world, Madeline! Madeline's 123 invites young readers to join Ludwig Bemelmans's beloved character Madeline as she guides them in their counting journey. With familiar faces and settings from the classic and cherished Madeline books, children will delight in learning how to count from 1 through 10 with Madeline!Board bookSold Out -
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A glorious, illustrated, celebration of a lifetime love affair with dining, by the author-illustrator of the classic Madeline series. Here is the best of Ludwig Bemelmans on the subject he loved most: the good table. The entrancing memories and charming pictures collected here transport the reader behind the scenes of the great hotels of Europe and America—including the immortal Hotel...PaperbackSold Out
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