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Title details for The Night Before Christmas by Clement Moore - Available

The Night Before Christmas

by Clement Moore
Charles Santore
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The Night Before Christmas is an enchanting Christmas story that has brought Santa Claus to life for generations. Celebrate the holiday season with this #1 New York Times bestselling edition of the classic poem read by Jeff Bridges.

'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house

Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse

Carry on a family tradition or start one of your own with this new version of the classic Christmas book for children and families. Initially published anonymously as A Visit from Saint Nicholas, and credited as a work by Clement Clark Moore, this timeless tale is the perfect family read as children prepare for Santa and his reindeer on Christmas Eve.

This audiobook edition:

  • Is read by Jeff Bridges, the Academy Award winning actor
  • Has a nod to Dutch references in the poem, specifically the Dutch name "Donder" which translates to "thunder"

    • The Night Before Christmas:

  • Is perfect for family reading time or gatherings
  • Makes a great holiday, Advent, or Christmas gift
  • A classic for children ages 1-4 or the young at heart

    • Charles Santore's works has been widely exhibited in museums and celebrated with recognitions such as the prestigious Hamilton King Award, the Society of Illustrators Award of Excellence, and the Original Art 2000 Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators. He is best known for his luminous interpretations of classic children's stories, including The Little Mermaid, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Snow White, and The Wizard of Oz.

    • Creators

    • Publisher

    • Release date

      December 6, 2022

    • Formats

      • OverDrive Listen audiobook

        • ISBN: 9781646434374
        • File size: 2231 KB
        • Duration: 00:04:38

    • Languages

      • English

    • Reviews

      • AudioFile Magazine
        Rabbit Ears pairs this story with a celebrated actors and adds a visually appealing picture books to accompany it. While everyone will be familiar with Clement Moore's poem, Meryl Streep gives a personal touch. The Night Before Christmas is nicely personalized by her enthusiasm. The music composed for the program adds additional dimension though it lacks the distinction of some of the music in this others storytelling series. R.F.W. (c)AudioFile, Portland, Maine
      • AudioFile Magazine
        Holidays fill a human need for celebration, for remembrance, and for tradition. A part of that tradition is captured in the stories we hear, over and over, as we celebrate the days that give shape to our year. Perhaps the most well know Christmas story, THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS is given a fresh reading by Anthony Edwards. Opening with magical music and a hushed air of expectancy, the narration builds as St. Nick's voice resounds in the sky overhead. A swell of music and the gentle tapping of hooves on the roof precede the jolly old elf's arrival. Awe and humor, in equal measure, underlie the narration, which ends in a musical crescendo with jingle bell accompaniment. T.B. (c) AudioFile, Portland, Maine
      • Publisher's Weekly

        Starred review from September 26, 2011
        Santore has illustrated many classic stories, including Snow White, The Wizard of Oz, and The Little Mermaid, and he now brings to life Moore’s “A Visit from St. Nicholas” in characteristically elegant and detail-rich paintings. His is a very traditional vision, as he brings readers inside a stately colonial home, tastefully appointed with wreaths, garlands, and stockings. In a particularly nice bit of design, when the narrator “Tore open the shutters and threw up the sash,” readers can do the same, opening a double-page gatefold that reveals a quiet village blanketed by snow—and a sleigh silhouetted against the moon. It’s a gorgeous interpretation of a beloved holiday classic. All ages.

    Formats

    • OverDrive Listen audiobook

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    Languages

    • English

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