Madeline and the Bad Hat
| Author | Ludwig Bemelmans |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Ludwig Bemelmans |
| Cover artist | Ludwig Bemelmans |
| Publisher | Viking Press |
Publication date | 1957, c1956 |
| Media type | |
| Pages | 64 |
| ISBN | 0-670-44614-9 |
| Preceded by | Madeline's Rescue |
| Followed by | Madeline in London |
Madeline and the Bad Hat is an illustrated children's novel by Ludwig Bemelmans featuring the popular children's character Madeline. First published by Viking Press in 1956.
The story begins when the Spanish Ambassador moves in next door. His son, Pepito, is not a good boy. Madeline dubs him a 'bad hat'. The book is controversial due to the cruel nature of Pepito's mischief.[1] After he suffers from his own actions, Pepito reforms himself. Pepito is also a main character in the stories Madeline in London and Madeline and the Gypsies.
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References
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