The dolls in these stories act and talk just like real people—that is, when their mistress, young Marcella, or other adults are not there to see them.

Raggedy Ann has charmed millions with her warm and optimistic outlook and unflappable approach to difficulties, while Raggedy Andy has pleased these fans with his adventurous spirit and compassionate nature. As Gruelle's granddaughter said, "These stories contain nothing to cause fright, glorify mischief, excuse malice, or condone cruelty." All the original twenty-three stories from Johnny Gruelle's two books are included here, and all are guaranteed to delight and inspire.