In an old house in Paris...

Check out this super-cute box set of Ludwig Bemelmans' three most popular Madeline stories. According to the publisher, it's "packaged in a replica of the famous 'old house in Paris that was covered with vines.' The attractive box includes Madeline, Madeline's Rescue, and Madeline and the Bad Hat and has a convenient carrying handle so children can take Madeline with them wherever they go." Wouldn't it make a great gift for some little girl's birthday?

I always liked these stories as a kid (although that little thug Pepito had some serious behavior issues). I loved the way that the artwork slanted drunkenly to the right.

Note: Overstock.com has this set available for a mere $10.11.