The Night Before Christmas Hardcover: The Classic Edition Spiral-Bound | 2011-10-11

'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house... Get cozy this holiday season with the enchanting tale of The Night Before Christmas . This spellbinding story book, captured in the #1 New York Times bestselling edition, breathes life into the magic of Santa Claus. The beautifully crafted hardcover features an embossed cover and an enticing four-page foldout, making it an ideal Christmas gift! With this beloved story you can carry on a cherished family tradition, or perhaps begin your own. Gather your loved ones for a read-aloud on Christmas Eve as anticipation for Santa and his reindeer builds. The classic edition includes: The elegantly designed hardcover with a stunning, embossed foil-stamped cover A vast four-page foldout to transport you into the narrative Classic, vintage-inspired illustrations by Charles Santore, a celebrated artist and New York Times #1 bestseller The treasured poem by Clement Clark Moore A tribute to Dutch references in the poem, including the Dutch name "Donder" for one of the reindeer The Night Before Christmas -- the perfect choice for family read-alouds or festive get-togethers, and an enchanting holiday or Christmas gift that children of all ages will cherish. Known for his gorgeous interpretations of classic children's stories such as Aesop's Fables , The Velveteen Rabbit , and The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit , Charles Santore's illustrations add a touch of brilliance to this timeless tale. Read more