I looked up from my prayer and saw a little girl standing in the grass looking at me. It was first published in 1946 and illustrated by katherine evans. Dale evans was a singersongwriter married to cowboy superstar roy rogers. Religious gifts, church goods, books, music, statues, baptism and communion gifts, rosaries. A short little book ostensibly written in the voice of little 2 year old robin rogers, who was born to cowboy movie stars roy rogers and dale evans. Massey, a general practice physician, in osceola, arkansas. Read angel unaware a touching story of love and loss by dale evans available from rakuten kobo. The littlest angel our angel angel unaware darling angel goodbye, dearest angel skip question ask a friend. The book was released easter week, 1953, and it became a bestseller. Angel unaware is the true story of roy rogers and dale evans little daughter robin, who was born with downs syndrome and heart problems, and how roy and dale and close family and friends grew and matured in their faith in christ as they dealt with robins physical problems. Their love for children with handicaps came out of this experience. Dale actually writes the story as if her daughter is telling it.
Dale evans rogers, the author of this brief and touching book, was the wife of wester. The littlest angel by tazewell, charles and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. I saw at once that robin, her baby, had not lived and died in vain. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle. Features a homesick fouryearold boy, who only recently came to heaven and. Why the littlest angel is the worst holiday story ever. Why the littlest angel is the worst holiday story ever posted on november 30, 20 by scott d. Roy rogers robin hood of the range better little book 5. Dale evans rogers, angel unaware, 1953 the autism history project. First edition of this beloved christmas classic, illustrated by katherine evans. May 3, 1903 october 14, 1977 was an american singer, comedian and actor. Dale evans rogers angel unaware happy 100th birthday. Though robins time on earth was short, she changed her.
Dale evans rogerss most popular book is angel unaware. Littlest angel by charles tazewell, first edition abebooks passion for books. In accordance with the directives of government and health authorities, we. Roy rogers big little books free download of big little. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Slim octavo, original pictorial paper boards, pictorial endpapers, original dust jacket. You will also believe she is telling you about how her life was and how much her mommy and daddy loved her and she loved them. The first multimedia star, crosby was a leader in record sales, radio ratings, and motion picture grosses from 1931 to 1954. I decided it was time to revisit this book and i was so glad that i did. A touching story of love and loss special edition ebook 97815855851 by dale evans rogers. In her book angel unaware, dale wrote words of encouragement to parents of children with disabilities. A timeless message of hope and faith for parents of downs syndrome children, as well as for those with other illnesses, this enduring classic has sold more than 500,000 copies since. The story was told from the perspective of a baby that had died and was in heaven. This book, which changed the way america treated children with special needs, is now available to a new generation.
Angel unaware by dale evans rogers 1953 hc for sale online. Angel unaware by rogers, dale evans and a great selection of related books. The song was written by dale and is a companion to her bestselling book, angel unaware. Dale evans book about her and roy rogers daughter robin. Roy rogers was an american singer, actor, and television host. Roy was a singing cowboy with a long string of movies and tv shows to his credit. Roy and dale s daughter, robin elizabeth rogers, was diagnosed with down syndrome. Southard when the littlest angel by charles tazewell was published in 1946 it.
Dale evans was born lucille wood smith on october 31, 1912 in uvalde, texas, the daughter of t. It is about the disabled daughter of dale evans and roy rogers. But their excitement turned to concern when they were informed that robin was born. Littlest angel by charles tazewell, first edition abebooks.
This page is automatically generated based on what facebook users are interested in, and not affiliated with or endorsed by anyone associated with the topic. The stranger may be aching for the sunshine of your smile. See all books authored by dale evans rogers, including angel unaware. Though you heart may be breaking, it will pass in a little while. The little girl was the inspiration for evans first book, angel unaware, a 63page story of robins first conversation with god. The deaths of both robin and their adopted daughter debbie made me sad and scared at the same time. They were among the most famous and loved celebrities of the early days of television. The rogers ignored such talk and instead kept robin, and she graced their home for two and a half years. Roy rogers big little books roy rogers 1911 1998 made 87 westerns and for 12 years 1943 to 1954, he was ranked by theater operators as the no. Robin was born with multiple birth defects, hard to decipher from this book, as the problem is just mentioned as mongoloidism probably downs syndrome with other associated problems.
She is a mother who has won great victory over great sorrow. Roy rogers and the mystery of the lazy m better litter book 6. A touching story of love and loss paperback or softback. Her name was changed to frances octavia smith while she was still an infant. Entertainers roy and dale evans rogers were thrilled when their little. Although roy rogers was a bmovie western film star in the 1940s, his popularity soared when his films were recycled on. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. This book, which changed the way america treated children with special. My grandson has downe syndrome and i pray the little angel realizes how much he is loved.
Rogers met dale evans in 1944 when they were cast in a film together. Her babys death first prompted her to write, and now dale. The littlest angel our angel angel unaware darling angel goodbye, dearest angel skip question. Written in a poignant, tender style, angel unaware is the compassionate story of downs syndrome child, robin elizabeth rogers, daughter of roy and dale evans rogers. Archive her babys death first prompted her to write, and now dale evans is the author of 15 inspiring books. This book is a touching book about roy and dale rogers little girl that didnt live past two, but god used her life in amazing way. Evans wrote about the loss of their daughter in her book angel unaware. A touching story of love and loss, and happy trails. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. I did not know dale wrote this book, but when i found out, i knew i had to. The littlest angel isbn 0824955757, by author charles tazewell has been in publication continuously for over 60 years, making it one of the most wellknown christmas stories ever published.
But their excitement turned to concern when they were informed that robin was born with downs syndrome and advised to put her away. The littlest angel has been illustrated by many other artists, giving the book a slightly different and updated look as the years have. I first read this book as a teenager and it was brought to my attention again while talking with another educator. Dale evans book about her and roy rogers daughter robin who died is entitled. Dale evans rogers has 43 books on goodreads with 2080 ratings. The cowboys made little money performing at dances and little theaters in such.
Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app. The littlest angel by charles tazewell, christmas story. Download ebooks biography biographical portraits download ebooks non fiction. Roy rogers and the enchanted canyon 1954 288 pages novel 7.
There has been several published editions of this beautiful classic, but none compares to the wonderful awardwinning artistry of paul micich. Entertainers roy and dale evans rogers were thrilled when their little daughter robin was born. Written in a poignant, tender style, angel unaware is the compassionate story of downs syndrome child, robin elizabeth rogers, daughter of roy and dale evans. The littlest angel by charles tazewell is one of the ten bestselling childrens stories of all time.
When she first told me the story you will read here, i realized that i was hearing of an amazing experience and standing in the presence of a great soul. Angel unaware by dale evans and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. It is the perfect gift for parents of special needs children, parents grieving the death of a child, or anyone whose life has been touched by a special child. It is a very personal look at the 1940s and 50s phenomenon that was roy rogers and dale evans. I saw at once that robin, her baby, had not lived and died in. Complete song listing of dale evans on dale evans songs list covid19. Entertainers roy and dale evans rogers were thrilled when their littl. Angel unaware is an interesting book to me for several reasons.
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