Madeline is as captivating today as it was to me at the age of eight. One can’t help but be mesmerized by the little red haired girl who is so unique from the identical two rows of girls she accompanies. The order and neatness of every page, with the sometimes dissimilar action of Madeline is pleasing to look at. The rhyming and rhythm of the lines are fun to read. The way they rhyme and still hold so much meaning and clarity is truly artistic and professionally done. The text is so enjoyable, but the book truly wouldn’t be what it is without the amazing illustrations. One of my favorite aspect of the illustrations is the famous Parisian landmarks Bemelmans sets as the background of some scenes. They add depth to the artwork and make the reader want to come back to them and find out what and where they are. Thankfully the final page lists the monuments and buildings of each page for the reader to be aware of.
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