Miracle on 34th Street: A Christmas Holiday Book for Kids - Softcover

Davies, Valentine

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0547414420 ISBN 13: 9780547414423

Publisher: Clarion Books, 2010

Synopsis

Generations of believers in hope and goodwill have made Valentine Davies' Miracle on 34th Street a treasured part of their holiday traditions. Millions of copies of this award-winning story have sold since its first publication in 1947, delighting readers of all ages. A facsimile edition of the book is now faithfully re-created, offering a new generation--and fans of the original--the beauty of the classic 1940s design. Details of how the book came to be written, and made into a beloved film, are included in a brief historical note.

About this title

Review:

"A good-hearted story about an enduring Christmas vision that never fails to fill the most jaded child with wonder."--Newsweek
"This charming fairy tale for children of all ages centers around an old man who thinks he is Santa Claus. It makes a lot more sense than most of us would like to admit."--Newsweek
"Reading the funny, touching fantasy may become a Yuletide habit like watching the movie."--Publishers Weekly
"A highly recommended family or classroom read-aloud, this should quickly claim, as the film has, its own well-deserved niche for many holiday celebrations ahead."--Booklist (boxed review)
"A splendid story."--The New York Times Book Review

About the Author:

VALENTINE DAVIES (1905-1961) was a prominent Hollywood screenwriter. He was president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and a member of the Writers Guild of America, which now presents the Valentine Davies Award as one of its highest honors.

About this edition

• Publisher: Clarion Books
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 0547414420
• ISBN 13: 9780547414423
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 144