The Polar Express: 35th Anniversary Edition

New
Special Edition
2015
$9.07

Late on Christmas Eve a boy boards a mysterious train that waits for him: the Polar Express, bound for the North Pole. When he arrives there, Santa offers him any gift he desires. The boy modestly asks for one bell from the reindeer's harness. It turns out to be a very special gift, for only believers in Santa can hear it ring.

Synopsis

Late on Christmas Eve a boy boards a mysterious train that waits for him: the Polar Express, bound for the North Pole. When he arrives there, Santa offers him any gift he desires. The boy modestly asks for one bell from the reindeer's harness. It turns out to be a very special gift, for only believers in Santa can hear it ring.

$9.07

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20+ in stock

More Information

Format: Special Edition
Pages: 32
Edition: Special Edition
Publisher: Andersen Press
Published: 01 Oct 2015
ISBN 10: 1783443332
ISBN 13: 9781783443338
Children’s book age: 0-5 Years
Book Overview: A special 30th anniversary edition of this iconic picture book.

Media Reviews

You could do no better. Bittersweet, beautifully told, trad book. * The New Review (Supp.To the Observer) Christmas Books 2014 *
A magical Christmas tale that is not to be missed and shared with all the family. * Lovereading4Kids *
Utterly perfect Christmas tale. One of the most atmospheric and perfectly paced Christmas stories ever written for children. * Read it Daddy! Blog *
A book to keep and remember. * Newbury Weekly News, Caroline Franklin *
This classic tale is beautifully illustrated and helps children understand the value of presents. * Smallish *

Author Bio

Chris van Allsburg lives in Providence, Rhode Island and lectures at the Rhode Island School of Design. He is a sculptor and artist, and twice winner of the Caldecott Medal, first for Jumanji, and then for The Polar Express. He has also received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Society of Illustrators in October 2009.