In 1822, Clement Clarke Moore created the classic Christmas poem, "The Night Before Christmas," Here in verse is the story of the writing of this classic--based upon the history of the poem as passed down through the generations of the Moore family and told to the author by Dinghy Sharp, great-great-granddaughter of Moore. The verse is accompanied by the detailed illustrations of Susan Winget, a nationally renowned artist whose work conveys a stunning sense of time and place. This lovely edition is a natural companion piece ...
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In 1822, Clement Clarke Moore created the classic Christmas poem, "The Night Before Christmas," Here in verse is the story of the writing of this classic--based upon the history of the poem as passed down through the generations of the Moore family and told to the author by Dinghy Sharp, great-great-granddaughter of Moore. The verse is accompanied by the detailed illustrations of Susan Winget, a nationally renowned artist whose work conveys a stunning sense of time and place. This lovely edition is a natural companion piece to "The Night Before Christmas" and sure to become an equally valued part of holiday traditions.
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Very Good. 0824958594. This specific book is in very good condition with a hard board cover that has sharp edges/corners and a tight binding. There is a barely visible 1/2" slice in the puffy type illustrated front hardcover material. The pages are clean, crisp, unmarked and uncreased. There is a small 1/8" chunk missing from the first end page. This is a remarkable book and is in very good condition.; In 1822, Clement Clarke Moore created the classic Christmas poem, "The Night Before Christmas, " for his daughter. Here, in verse and accompanied by richly detailed illustrations, is the story of the writing of this classic-based upon the history of the poem as passed down through the generations of the Moore family and told to the author by Dinghy Sharp, great-great-granddaughter of Clement Moore. This lovely edition is a natural companion to, "The Night Before Christmas, " and sure to become an equally valued part of holiday traditions.; 0.55 x 10.68 x 9.52 Inches; 49 pages.
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Book is in good condition and may contain underlining or highlighting and minimal wear. The book can also include library labels. May not contain miscellaneous items (toys, dvds, etc). We offer 100% money back guarantee and fast customer support.
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This book really makes The Night Before Christmas special. It is a beautiful account of the reason for Clement Moore writing the first book. I have given more than twenty-five as gifts. Each one brought raves.