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Madeline 70th Annivesary Ed

By Ludwig Bemelmans

When little Madeline faces a frightening pain, her unexpected bravery surprises everyone.

charming courageous whimsical

Pageticker community rating

Average score: 5

From 3 readers

Genres

Classics Friendship/Family

What is Madeline 70th Annivesary Ed about?

In an old house in Paris, twelve little girls live in two straight lines, the smallest being Madeline. One night, Madeline wakes up with a terrible pain and is rushed to the hospital for an appendectomy. Her bravery and cheerful spirit shine through, even in the face of adversity. With charming rhymes and delightful illustrations, this classic tale captures the heart and courage of a little girl in the City of Light.

About the author

Ludwig Bemelmans was a wonderful author and illustrator, best known for creating the much-loved 'Madeline' books. His stories often take readers on exciting adventures with Madeline and her friends in Paris. Bemelmans used lively drawings and clever words to make his books fun and memorable for children all around the world.

Pages

48 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2008

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